Description
Get ready for a cozy meal that everyone will love! French Onion Chicken Rice casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, creamy soups, and a delightful crunch from crispy fried onions. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, bringing warmth and satisfaction to your table. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can serve up a hearty meal that’s sure to impress. Every bite offers a rich blend of flavors reminiscent of classic French onion soup, making this casserole an instant favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
- 1 can French onion soup (10.5 oz)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked rice, shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, sour cream, shredded cheese, 1 cup of French fried onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and transfer the mixture into it.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes until bubbly around the edges.
- Sprinkle with the remaining ½ cup of French fried onions on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg