Ingredients
- Main Components:
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (e.g., rotisserie chicken)
- Soups and Dairy:
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) French onion soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
- Toppings and Seasonings:
- 1 1/2 cups French fried onions (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked rice, shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, sour cream, shredded cheese, 1 cup of French fried onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and transfer the mixture into it, spreading it evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of French fried onions on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead by assembling it and refrigerating it until you’re ready to bake.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can substitute the sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- For extra flavor, you can add some cooked vegetables, like peas or mushrooms, into the casserole mix.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
