Description
Indulge in the creamy and flavorful Angel Chicken and Rice Casserole, a comforting dish that’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks. This easy-to-make casserole is a delightful combination of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich, cheesy topping.
Ingredients
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Casserole
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 (10-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 package of Italian dressing mix
Topping
- 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13x2-inch baking dish.
- Mix Chicken and Rice: Combine 3 cups shredded chicken and 3 cups cooked white rice in a large bowl.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In another bowl, mix cream cheese, butter, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and Italian dressing mix.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the cream cheese mixture to the chicken and rice, mixing thoroughly.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture to the baking dish.
- Prepare Topping: Combine breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme in a bowl.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the casserole.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
