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French Onion Chicken Rice Casserole

Cozy French Onion Chicken Rice Casserole for Comfort Lovers

This French Onion Chicken Rice Casserole combines creamy textures with savory chicken and aromatic onions for a warm, comforting dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts or Thighs can also use rotisserie or canned chicken
  • 3 cups Cooked Rice brown rice works too
  • 2 cups French Onion Soup consider using homemade for freshness
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Cream of Chicken Soup light sour cream is a healthier option
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Swiss, Gruyère, or Mozzarella) cheddar can also be used
  • 1 cup Crispy Fried Onions seasoned breadcrumbs or crushed Ritz crackers can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or Olive Oil for sautéing and greasing the dish
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil or butter. Sauté diced chicken until lightly browned, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked rice with French onion soup and sour cream. Stir in half of the shredded cheese.
  4. Gently fold the pre-cooked chicken into the rice mixture.
  5. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  6. Spread the rice and chicken mixture evenly in the dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese and crispy fried onions on top.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  8. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or cheese for variations on this classic dish.

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