Mystery Chicken Casserole

Uncover the ultimate comfort food with this Mystery Chicken Casserole recipe, a creamy and savory one-dish wonder that's as easy as it is satisfying! Tender, skillet-seared chicken combines with fluffy white rice, hearty mixed vegetables, and a luscious blend of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and melted cheddar cheese. Topped with a buttery, golden cracker crust, this baked casserole delivers layers of flavor and texture in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this 6-serving dish comes together in under an hour and is sure to become a household favorite. Whether you're searching for "easy chicken casseroles," "quick family dinners," or "comfort food recipes," you'll find this cheesy, vegetable-packed classic to be irresistibly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3 cups cooked white rice
• 2 cans cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
• 1 sleeve butter crackers (like Ritz)
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until browned. They do not need to be cooked through as they will finish cooking in the oven.

Step 4

Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and let them rest on a cutting board. Once cooled slightly, chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and the frozen mixed vegetables. Mix thoroughly.

Step 6

Fold the chopped chicken into the rice mixture until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and pour the mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Top the casserole with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese.

Step 9

Crush the butter crackers in a resealable plastic bag or with a rolling pin and mix them with the melted butter.

Step 10

Sprinkle the buttered cracker crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 11

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Step 12

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2827.7 grams (2827.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4533

Total Fat 220.80g	283%
Saturated Fat 118.10g	590%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.80g
Cholesterol 1061mg	354%
Sodium 8357mg	363%
Total Carbohydrate 316.60g	115%
Dietary Fiber 19.60g	70%
Total Sugars 59.10g
Protein 314.80g	630%

Vitamin D 181IU	907%
Calcium 2192mg	169%
Iron 23mg	125%
Potassium 3565mg	76%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.0%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 28.1%