Turkey or Chicken Rice Casserole

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this comforting Turkey or Chicken Rice Casserole—a hearty, one-dish meal that’s creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor! This easy casserole combines tender shredded turkey or chicken with fluffy rice, a rich blend of cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups, tangy sour cream, and melty cheddar cheese. Add in optional mixed vegetables for extra nutrition, and top it all off with a golden breadcrumb crust for a satisfying crunch. Ready in under an hour, this baked casserole is perfect for using up leftovers or prepping ahead for busy nights. With its simple prep and family-friendly appeal, this recipe is sure to become a go-to in your meal rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked turkey or chicken (shredded or cubed)
• 3 cups white or brown rice (cooked)
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (optional)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked turkey or chicken, cooked rice, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, and frozen mixed vegetables (if using).

Step 3

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir well until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 6

If using the breadcrumb topping, mix the breadcrumbs with melted butter in a small bowl, then sprinkle the mixture evenly over the cheese layer.

Step 7

Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.

Step 8

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2325.8 grams (2325.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3684

Total Fat 181.60g	233%
Saturated Fat 106.50g	533%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.20g
Cholesterol 736mg	245%
Sodium 5650mg	246%
Total Carbohydrate 299.20g	109%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 45.00g
Protein 213.00g	426%

Vitamin D 159IU	793%
Calcium 2569mg	198%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 2462mg	52%

*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: 44.4%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 32.5%