Description
This French Onion Chicken Rice Bake is a comforting, savory dish perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked white rice (Substitute with brown rice for nuttiness)
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (Use rotisserie chicken or leftover turkey)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (Low-sodium or homemade alternatives)
- 1 can French onion soup
- 1 cup sour cream (Dairy-free yogurt can be used)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Mozzarella or Swiss – Mozzarella for milder taste, Swiss for nuttier)
- 1 cup French fried onions (Divide for topping and inside the casserole)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (For garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a large mixing bowl.
2. Mix cooked white rice, shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, sour cream, and shredded cheese in the bowl.
3. Add 1 cup of French fried onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly.
4. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
5. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes until the edges are bubbling.
6. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of French fried onions on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze tightly covered for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: french onion casserole, chicken rice bake, comfort food, easy dinner, rotisserie chicken