Not So Crunchy Chicken Casserole

Cozy up with the satisfying comfort of "Not So Crunchy Chicken Casserole," a creamy, flavor-packed dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. This easy-to-make casserole combines tender shredded chicken, fluffy white rice, and a rich blend of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and cheddar cheese, seasoned with garlic and onion powder for a deliciously savory base. Topped with buttery, soft bread crumbs and melted cheese, it delivers just the right balance of creaminess and texture without being overly crunchy. Ready in under an hour and serving six, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for feeding a hungry family or meal prepping for the week. Serve it with a crisp side salad or roasted vegetables for a hearty, satisfying meal you’ll want to make time and time again. Keywords: chicken casserole, creamy chicken casserole, easy dinner recipe, comforting casserole recipe, family-friendly meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 2 cups white rice, cooked
• 1 can (10.5-ounce) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 cup soft bread crumbs (from fresh bread)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish lightly with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cooked white rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and milk. Stir until thoroughly mixed.

Step 3

Stir in 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure an even consistency.

Step 4

Spread the chicken and rice mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and fresh bread crumbs. Toss until the bread crumbs are coated evenly with the butter.

Step 6

Sprinkle the buttered bread crumbs evenly over the casserole mixture.

Step 7

Top the breadcrumbs with the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese for a creamy finish.

Step 8

Cover the casserole dish lightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly, and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1807.6 grams (1807.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3572

Total Fat 174.20g	223%
Saturated Fat 103.50g	518%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 1039mg	346%
Sodium 3768mg	164%
Total Carbohydrate 187.00g	68%
Dietary Fiber 4.10g	15%
Total Sugars 25.50g
Protein 310.20g	620%

Vitamin D 76IU	380%
Calcium 2302mg	177%
Iron 15mg	86%
Potassium 2305mg	49%

*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: 44.1%

Protein: 34.9%

Carbs: 21.0%