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French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

Enjoy the comforting and cheesy flavors of French Onion Chicken Rice Bake, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 cups Cooked White Rice Substitute with cooked brown rice for extra fiber.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Use leftover rotisserie chicken or cooked turkey.
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Can be swapped with cream of mushroom soup for vegetarian.
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup French Onion Soup Choose homemade or low-sodium canned varieties.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Consider fresh garlic for a more intense taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Creamy Layer
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Swap with plain dairy-free yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella or Swiss Cheese Use mozzarella for a mild flavor or Swiss for nuttiness.
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1.5 cups French Fried Onions Essential for topping but can be customized.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Adds a fresh touch to the presentation.

Equipment

  • oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked white rice, shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, sour cream, shredded cheese, one cup of French fried onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread the mixture evenly into the dish.
  4. Bake uncovered for approximately 30 minutes until the edges start to bubble and the top begins to set.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining half cup of French fried onions over the top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Once baked, let it cool slightly, then sprinkle chopped parsley on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Assemble the casserole a day in advance and refrigerate. To keep crispy toppings, bake uncovered and ensure it’s fully cooled before storing leftovers.

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