Cheesy Angel Chicken and Rice Casserole
Cheesy Angel Chicken and Rice Casserole is a warm and comforting dish that brings everyone together. It’s creamy, cheesy, and super easy to make! Perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 480kcal
Equipment
- Microwave-safe Bowl
- Casserole Dish
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1/2 cup butter, room temperature and cubed
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature and cubed
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.7 ounce Italian dressing mix
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and generously spray a 9x13” casserole dish with cooking spray.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, soften the cream cheese and butter in the microwave for 20-30 seconds; whisk until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, rice, butter and cream cheese mixture, cream of chicken soup, garlic, Italian dressing mix, chicken stock, half of the shredded cheese, and salt and pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
- Transfer the chicken and rice mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
- Top with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Remove from oven, allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes, then remove foil.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For added flavor, try mixing in cooked vegetables like broccoli or peas. You can also swap Colby Jack cheese for cheddar or mozzarella for a different taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal | Fat: 24g