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French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

Hearty French Onion Chicken Rice Bake for Cozy Nights

This French Onion Chicken Rice Bake is a comforting, creamy casserole that combines shredded chicken, rice, and rich French onion flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casseroles
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie or leftover cooked chicken
  • 1 cup White Rice Consider using brown rice
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Chicken Soup Can substitute with cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can swap with Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Mozzarella or Swiss) Mixing cheese types enhances flavor
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can provide a bolder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Enhances the overall savory profile
For the Topping
  • 1 cup French Fried Onions Can use breadcrumbs as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cooking Spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked rice, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. Sprinkle in garlic and onion powders and mix well.
  3. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter. Spread the chicken and rice mixture evenly in the dish.
  4. Evenly sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of the mixture.
  5. Add a layer of French fried onions over the cheese for a crunchy topping.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  7. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider making the casserole a day ahead for enhanced flavor. Reheat leftovers in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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