Description
Chicken Alfredo Rice Casserole is a creamy, comforting one-dish meal featuring tender chicken, fluffy rice, and rich Alfredo sauce baked to perfection with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this hearty casserole combines familiar flavors with easy preparation for a satisfying and delicious meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 1 ½ cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup milk
For Preparation
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing dish)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×9-inch or similar-sized baking dish with butter to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked rice and cooked chicken. Pour in the Alfredo sauce and milk, then stir in frozen peas, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined and evenly coated with the sauce.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the mixture and add ¼ teaspoon salt if needed to enhance the flavors.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly for uniform baking. Optionally, sprinkle a little extra mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top to create a delicious cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Bake until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the cheese on top has melted and begun to lightly brown.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes to settle and cool slightly. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm and enjoy your comforting meal.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken as a convenient shortcut to save time.
- Enhance nutrition and flavor by adding sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or steamed broccoli to the casserole.
- Leftovers reheat well, making this dish an excellent option for meal prep or next-day meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
