For a richer flavor, use whole milk or add a splash of cream to the cheese sauce. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses, such as Gruyere or Monterey Jack. To save time, use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking chicken breasts. If the breadcrumb topping browns too quickly, cover the casserole with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking. This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. Add about 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
Chicken Casserole with Rice
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS10
A comforting and creamy chicken casserole, elevated with a rich cheese sauce and a golden, buttery breadcrumb topping. This dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate35 g
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Cholesterol96 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein26 g
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Saturated Fat15 g
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Sodium968 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat27 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a large saucepan, whisk together flour, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
02
Step
5 mins
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and bubbles, approximately 5-10 minutes. Continue cooking for 2 minutes more. (Cook time: 12 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
Remove from heat and add Muenster and Cheddar cheeses. Let stand for a few minutes to soften, then stir until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth. (Cheese melting time: 5 minutes)
04
Step
10 mins
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (Preheat time: 10 minutes)
05
Step
0 mins
Stir the cooked rice and chopped chicken into the cheese sauce. Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch casserole dish. (Assembly time: 5 minutes)
06
Step
2 mins
In a separate small bowl, combine bread crumbs and melted butter. Mix well until the bread crumbs are evenly coated. (Breadcrumb prep: 3 minutes)
07
Step
30 mins
Spoon the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole. (Topping time: 2 minutes)
08
StepBake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbling and the topping is golden brown, about 30 minutes. (Bake time: 30 minutes)
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Howell Murazik
Jun 24, 2025The breadcrumb topping is the perfect finishing touch.
Lucinda Hackett
Jun 15, 2025My kids are picky eaters, but they devoured this casserole!
Paolo Walter
Jun 14, 2025I substituted Gruyere for the Muenster and it was amazing!
Eve Will
Jun 14, 2025This recipe is fantastic! So easy to make and everyone loved it.
Nigel Rutherford
Jun 11, 2025I added some chopped vegetables (broccoli and carrots) for extra nutrients.