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Easy Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole


  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Flexible

Description

A comforting and easy casserole that combines chicken, creamy soup, and cheese for a satisfying dish.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken, diced or shredded, or 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
  • 1 cup rice or pasta (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Spices (garlic powder, Italian seasoning, or taco seasoning)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken or ground beef, cream of mushroom soup, mixed vegetables, and rice or pasta if using. Mix well.
  3. Season with salt, pepper, and any additional spices. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle cheese on top.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  6. Let cool slightly, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated, just add extra bake time if going in cold. Great for leftovers!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: casserole, cheesy, chicken, easy, comfort food