Description
Angel Chicken Rice Casserole is a comforting and creamy baked dish featuring tender bite-sized chicken pieces, cooked white rice, and a rich blend of cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, and Italian seasoning. Topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, this casserole is perfect for a hearty family meal with simple ingredients and straightforward preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Rice
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 packet Italian dressing mix
- 2 cups cooked white rice
Toppings and Garnish
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season them with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook the chicken until no longer pink inside, about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare Sauce Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, low-sodium chicken broth, and Italian dressing mix until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir the cooked chicken and cooked white rice into the sauce mixture, mixing thoroughly to ensure all components are evenly coated.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the combined mixture into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish. Spread it out evenly, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake Covered: Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to heat through and meld the flavors.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese topping is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Rest and Garnish: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes after baking to set and cool slightly. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time on cooking the chicken.
- Substitute brown rice or cooked quinoa to boost the fiber and nutritional content.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or steamed broccoli for an extra serving of vegetables and added flavor.
