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French Onion Chicken Rice Bake - Easy Creamy Casserole

French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked white rice Day-old rice works best to prevent mushiness.
  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken or poached chicken breast.
  • 10.5 oz condensed cream of chicken soup 1 standard can, undiluted.
  • 1 cup sour cream Full fat for the best texture.
  • 1 packet French onion soup mix Dry seasoning mix (approx 1 oz).
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Low sodium recommended.
  • 2 cups shredded Mozzarella or Swiss cheese Divided use.
  • 1.5 cups crispy fried onions Store-bought French fried onions, divided.
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, and the dry French onion soup mix. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
  • Add the cooked rice, shredded chicken, 1 cup of the shredded cheese, and 1/2 cup of the crispy fried onions to the bowl. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.
  • Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbling around the edges.
  • Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese and the remaining 1 cup of crispy fried onions over the top.
  • Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted and the onion topping is golden brown.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to set slightly.