Description
Cheesy Creamy Chicken and Rice is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and cheesy goodness, perfect for a family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the diced chicken over medium heat until no longer pink.
- Add the cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir until well combined.
- Mix in the cooked rice and frozen peas, and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or parsley.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave or oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cheesy Creamy Chicken and Rice, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipe