French Onion Chicken Rice Dinner Recipe
A comforting and hearty chicken and rice casserole baked with creamy soups, cheese, and crispy fried onions, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Main Components
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (e.g., rotisserie)
Soups and Dairy
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) French onion soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
Toppings and Seasonings
- 1½ cups French fried onions, divided
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix Ingredients: Combine rice, chicken, cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, sour cream, shredded cheese, 1 cup French fried onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Prepare Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the mixture evenly.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 30 minutes until bubbly. Top with remaining ½ cup of fried onions and bake for 5 more minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley before serving hot.
Notes
- Ensure rice is fully cooked and chilled for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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