Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
7%
Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole
60 min.
6
601kcal
70.56%sweetness
98.43%saltiness
35.38%sourness
33.89%bitterness
62.31%savoriness
100%fattiness
100%spiciness

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This Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole is an absolute delight! It's a hearty and comforting dish that's perfect for a cozy night in. The combination of creamy rice, savory chicken, and melted cheese creates a flavor explosion in your mouth. It's a simple dish with incredible flavors that will impress your family and friends.

Imagine a casserole that's not only delicious but also gluten-free and popular among food enthusiasts. This recipe checks all the boxes! With a prep time of just 60 minutes, you can easily whip up this casserole for a quick weeknight dinner or a special weekend treat. The ingredients are simple and easily accessible, making it a convenient choice for any home cook.

This casserole is a complete meal in itself, serving as a side dish, lunch, or even a main course. The recipe yields six servings, making it perfect for sharing or enjoying as leftovers. The nutritional profile is well-balanced, offering a good mix of protein, fat, and carbohydrates to fuel your body.

Get ready to indulge in a casserole that's not just tasty but also visually appealing. The melted cheese on top and the colorful ingredients hidden beneath will make your mouth water. It's a dish that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser and a favorite addition to your recipe collection.

Ingredients

  •  chicken breast strips/pre-cooked/chopped 
  • cups rice cooked ()
  • cups rice cooked ()
  • cups rice cooked ()
  • oz cream cheese 
  • 10 oz cream of mushroom soup canned
  • medium bell pepper green
  • 1.5 cup monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • 0.5  onion red
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • Tbsp country crock buttery spread 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • mixing bowl

Directions

  1. Heat your oven to 350.Take your 2 grilled chicken breasts and allow them to slightly cool. Shred chicken breasts and place to the side in a mixing bowl.Finely chop your pepper and onion and saut in 2 Tbsp Country Crock for 5 minutes until soft.
  2. Add cream cheese into the onion and pepper and mix well.
  3. Pour into the large bowl with chicken.
  4. Mix in rice, hot sauce, cream of mushroom soup, cup Monterrey Jack cheese, and salt and pepper.
  5. Mix well.
  6. Pour mixture in a 9 x 13 dish, and cover with remaining cheese and add salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories601kcal
Protein22.74%
Fat42.85%
Carbs34.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
69.67
Glycemic Load
48.69
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.466086956522%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.94mg
Isorhamnetin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Quercetin
2.3mg

Taste

Sweetness:
70.56%
Saltiness:
98.43%
Sourness:
35.38%
Bitterness:
33.89%
Savoriness:
62.31%
Fattiness:
100%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:601.33kcal
30.07%
Fat:28.24g
43.45%
Saturated Fat:15.09g
94.33%
Carbohydrates:51.03g
17.01%
Net Carbohydrates:49.81g
18.11%
Sugar:2.51g
2.78%
Cholesterol:114.42mg
38.14%
Sodium:892.09mg
38.79%
Protein:33.73g
67.46%
Selenium:35.07µg
50.1%
Manganese:0.94mg
47.05%
Vitamin B3:9.09mg
45.43%
Phosphorus:385.05mg
38.5%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.44%
Calcium:277.91mg
27.79%
Vitamin C:16.62mg
20.15%
Vitamin A:988.71IU
19.77%
Zinc:2.95mg
19.64%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.79%
Vitamin B5:1.56mg
15.65%
Magnesium:52.83mg
13.21%
Copper:0.26mg
13.21%
Potassium:383.82mg
10.97%
Vitamin E:1.59mg
10.63%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.8%
Iron:1.58mg
8.76%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.31%
Folate:22.55µg
5.64%
Vitamin K:5.77µg
5.49%
Fiber:1.22g
4.88%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:Pink When