Description
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish featuring tender rotisserie chicken combined with creamy soups, flavorful herb and garlic seasoning, and instant rice, all baked to perfection with a golden parmesan cheese topping. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 rotisserie chicken (about 4 cups cooked, chopped chicken)
Soups and Seasonings
- 1 (10.5-oz) can Unsalted Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1 (10.5-oz) can Cream of Celery Soup
- 1 (10.5-oz) can Unsalted Cream of Mushroom Soup
- 1 packet Lipton Savory Herb with Garlic Soup & Dip Mix
Liquids
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
Grains and Cheese
- 2 cups instant rice (uncooked)
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese (fresh or from a green can)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven and pan: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking and set it aside for later use.
- Prepare the chicken: Remove the skin from the rotisserie chicken and discard it. Then, carefully remove the chicken meat from the bones and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped chicken, cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, cream of mushroom soup, Lipton savory herb with garlic soup & dip mix, low-sodium chicken broth, milk, and uncooked instant rice. Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Bake first phase: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared 9×13-inch baking pan. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Stir and add cheese: Remove the casserole from the oven, stir it gently to ensure even cooking, then evenly sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake second phase: Return the casserole to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the rice is tender.
Notes
- Using instant rice reduces cooking time significantly—do not substitute with regular rice without adjusting liquid and cooking time.
- For extra flavor, fresh herbs like parsley or thyme can be sprinkled on top before serving.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- To make this dish lower in sodium, use low-sodium or unsalted soups and broth.
- If you want a crispier top, broil the casserole for a couple of minutes after baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
