Description
Angel Chicken Rice Casserole is a comforting baked dish featuring tender chicken breasts layered over a creamy mixture of rice, chicken broth, and soup, topped with melted cheddar and Parmesan cheese. This hearty casserole combines savory flavors and textures in one easy-to-make meal perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Rice
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
Soup Mixture
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Toppings and Seasonings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly and spread the uncooked rice evenly across the bottom to ensure even cooking.
- Mix Soup Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Assemble Base Layer: Pour the prepared soup mixture evenly over the rice in the baking dish. Season with salt and pepper to taste to enhance the overall flavor.
- Add Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice and soup mixture. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and any other preferred spices for additional flavor.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to cook the rice and start cooking the chicken inside.
- Add Cheese and Continue Baking: After 45 minutes, remove the foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan cheeses evenly over the casserole. Continue baking uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked (reach an internal temperature of 165°F) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley to add color and fresh flavor before serving warm.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are evenly spaced for uniform cooking.
- Using fresh parsley as garnish adds brightness to the dish.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier taste.
- Check chicken doneness with a meat thermometer to guarantee safe cooking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
