Description
Angel chicken casserole wraps tender chicken in a rich, creamy sauce. This comforting bake is perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Dairy and Sauces:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
Seasonings and Other:
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 350°F and gather all ingredients for smooth preparation.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon each of garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika across 4 chicken breasts. Massage seasoning thoroughly into meat.
- Warm 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown exterior develops.
- Grab a large mixing bowl and whisk together 1 can cream of mushroom soup, 1 can cream of chicken soup, 1 cup sour cream, and 1 cup chicken broth until mixture looks completely smooth.
- Break 8 ounces softened cream cheese into small chunks. Incorporate into soup mixture, stirring until no lumps remain.
- Gently fold 1 cup uncooked white rice, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and ½ cup chopped green onions into creamy base.
- Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Nestle seared chicken breasts across bottom of pan.
- Pour entire rice and cheese mixture over chicken, spreading evenly to cover completely.
- Shield dish with aluminum foil and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and continue baking 15-20 minutes until surface turns golden and edges bubble enthusiastically.
- Allow casserole to rest 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top if desired.
Notes
- Check chicken temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Swap white rice for brown rice or cauliflower rice to make the casserole more nutritious and lower carb.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free cream soups and double-check all ingredient labels.
- Prepare extra sauce on the side if your family loves extra creamy casseroles, as the rice will absorb liquid during baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes - 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 362 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg