Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice Casserole
Gather your family around the table for a comforting and flavor-packed Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice Casserole. This easy-to-make dish combines tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and fluffy rice all enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce that will warm the heart. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this casserole is a delightful meal that disappears quickly! In just 30 minutes, you can serve up this hearty dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the garlic: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, shredded chicken, sautéed garlic-butter mixture, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Stir in half of the mozzarella cheese and season with parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish and spread the mixture evenly. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg