Description
Indulge in the warmth and heartiness of our Comforting French Onion Chicken Rice Bake, a delightful casserole that transforms simple ingredients into a family favorite. This dish marries the rich flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and creamy rice, perfect for any gathering or cozy family dinner. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this one-dish wonder is not only quick to make but also freezer-friendly, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. The crispy onion topping combined with the creamy filling creates a satisfying experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked white rice (or brown rice)
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can French onion soup
- 1 cup sour cream (or dairy-free yogurt)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or Swiss)
- 1 cup French fried onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Layer half of the mixture in a greased baking dish, sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese and half of the fried onions. Repeat with remaining mixture and toppings.
- Bake for about 35 minutes until bubbling and golden on top.
- Let cool slightly and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg