Description
When comfort food calls, few dishes satisfy like this creamy, golden-topped Angel Chicken Rice Casserole. Loaded with tender bites of chicken, rich creaminess, and just the right amount of cheesy goodness, it’s everything you want in a cozy, family-style bake. The best part? It’s simple enough for busy weeknights but indulgent enough to serve when company drops by. This quick dinner idea is perfect for easy meal planning, healthy comfort food cravings, or classic casserole lovers looking for easy recipes and food ideas.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast or thighs, diced
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 ¾ cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Lightly season diced chicken with salt and pepper, then sear in a skillet until lightly golden (not fully cooked).
3. In a large bowl, whisk together cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and chicken broth until smooth.
4. Spread uncooked rice evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with seared chicken.
5. Pour creamy sauce over rice and chicken. Stir gently to distribute evenly.
6. Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan over the top. Dot with diced butter.
7. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
8. Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until rice is tender and cheese is golden.
9. Broil for 2–3 minutes if you want a crispier top.
10. Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.
Notes
Use leftover rotisserie chicken to speed up prep.
To freeze: Cool completely and wrap tightly.
Try adding chopped broccoli, spinach, or peas before baking for extra veg.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/6th of dish)
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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