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French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

Savory French Onion Chicken Rice Bake for Cozy Nights

This French Onion Chicken Rice Bake is a comforting casserole combining creamy soups, tender chicken, and fluffy rice, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups cooked white rice Can substitute with brown rice
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup Opt for low-sodium if desired
  • 1 can French onion soup
  • 1 cup sour cream Can substitute with dairy-free yogurt
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Or Swiss cheese for nuttiness
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1/2 cup French fried onions Sprinkle generously
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley Fresh, for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your baking dish and other necessary ingredients.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, sour cream, and shredded cheese. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, and stir gently until well mixed.
  3. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish, then pour the mixture into the baking dish and spread it evenly.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes until edges are bubbly and warm.
  5. Remove from the oven and sprinkle French fried onions on top. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until onions are golden brown.
  6. Let the casserole sit for a few minutes, then garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Assemble the casserole a day before and store it in the refrigerator to enjoy fresh flavors. Leftover casserole can be stored up to 4 days in an airtight container.

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