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Cozy Garlic Chicken and Mushroom Rice Casserole

This Cozy Garlic Chicken and Mushroom Rice Casserole is warm, hearty, and full of flavor. Simple pantry ingredients and easy prep make this a comforting meal for any day of the week.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour

Ingredients

  • 2 lb chicken (boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs)
  • 2 cups long-grain rice (white rice works best; brown rice can be used but will need extra liquid and cooking time)
  • 3 cups chicken broth or chicken stock
  • 2 cans cream of mushroom soup (10 3/4 oz. each)
  • 1 can mushrooms, 8 oz. (or 1 cup fresh, sliced)
  • 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 packet onion soup mix (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika (plus more for sprinkling)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Mix the rice base. In a large bowl, combine the uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, mushrooms, garlic, and onion soup mix.
  • Season the chicken. Mix the garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika together. Add salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle the mixture over the chicken to season it.
  • Assemble the casserole. Pour the rice mixture into a greased 9x13 baking dish. Nestle the chicken pieces into the rice, spacing them evenly. Sprinkle a little extra paprika over the top for color.
  • Bake covered for about 1 hour, or until the rice is tender and the chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
  • Optional: Remove the cover during the last 10 minutes to let the top brown slightly.