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French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

Cozy Up with French Onion Chicken Rice Bake Tonight

This Cheesy French Onion Chicken Rice Bake is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and savory French onion flavors, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 cups Cooked White Rice Substitute with cooked brown rice for a healthier twist
  • 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Leftover rotisserie chicken works beautifully
For the Creamy Filling
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Can be swapped with cream of mushroom soup for a vegetarian option
  • 1 can French Onion Soup Choose a homemade or low-sodium canned variety
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Replace with plain dairy-free yogurt for a lighter, dairy-free version
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Use fresh garlic for a more pronounced taste
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your preference
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to your preference
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella or Swiss Cheese Mozzarella is mild and Swiss offers nuttiness
  • 1 cup French Fried Onions Mix in breadcrumbs for extra texture
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Adds color and freshness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked white rice, shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, and French onion soup. Stir in the sour cream, shredded cheese, and 1 cup of fried onions, along with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and well-combined.
  3. Lightly grease the 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the creamy mixture evenly into the prepared dish, smoothing the top.
  4. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes until edges bubble and top sets.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of fried onions evenly over the top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until onions are golden brown.
  6. Let the dish cool slightly for 5-10 minutes and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

For extra flavor, top with more fried onions before reheating aging leftovers.

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