Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Dump-and-Bake Chicken Alfredo Rice Casserole. This creamy, cheesy dish is loaded with tender shredded chicken and fluffy rice, making it a perfect weeknight dinner solution for busy families. In just 10 minutes of prep and one pan, you can create a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just looking for an easy, delicious option for dinner, this casserole delivers on flavor and convenience. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins to make it your own. Get ready to enjoy a hearty dish that will quickly become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, uncooked rice, chicken broth, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- If desired, stir in frozen peas and carrots.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top; bake uncovered for an additional 10–15 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg