French Onion Chicken Rice Casserole Recipe
This French Onion Chicken Rice Casserole is a comforting and flavorful baked dish featuring tender shredded chicken, long-grain rice, and rich French onion and cream of chicken soups. Caramelized onions and melted Swiss or mozzarella cheese top this hearty casserole, making it an easy one-dish meal perfect for weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken and Rice
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
Soups and Dairy
- 1 (10.5 oz) can French onion soup
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss or mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Caramelize onions. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the thinly sliced onions and sauté for 10–12 minutes, stirring often, until they turn golden brown and caramelized. Set aside.
- Prepare casserole mix. In a large bowl, combine the uncooked rice, French onion soup, cream of chicken soup, milk, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
- Add chicken and cheese. Stir the cooked shredded chicken and half of the shredded cheese into the soup and rice mixture.
- Assemble casserole. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the caramelized onions over the top, followed by the remaining cheese.
- Bake covered. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to cook the rice and blend flavors.
- Finish baking uncovered. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden, and the rice is tender.
- Garnish and serve. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh thyme or parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and convenient shortcut.
- Substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère for a richer, nuttier flavor.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or steamed green beans for extra texture and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 790 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: French onion chicken, chicken rice casserole, comfort food, baked casserole, easy dinner recipe
