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French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

French Onion Chicken Rice Bake – Comfort in Every Bite

This French Onion Chicken Rice Bake is a comforting dish made with tender chicken, creamy soup, and fluffy rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 cups cooked white rice or cooked brown rice for extra fiber
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken leftover rotisserie chicken works well
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup or cream of mushroom soup for a vegetarian option
  • 1 can French onion soup homemade or low-sodium canned varieties
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh garlic for bolder taste
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup sour cream or dairy-free yogurt for a lighter option
For the Topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese mozzarella for mildness or Swiss for nuttiness
  • 1 cup French fried onions for topping
Finishing Touch
  • 0.25 cup chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, sour cream, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and 1 cup of French fried onions. Stir well for about 2-3 minutes until thoroughly mixed.
  3. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread the mixture evenly into the dish.
  4. Bake uncovered for approximately 30 minutes or until the edges are bubbling and the top is set.
  5. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of French fried onions on top. Bake for an additional 5 minutes or until onions are golden brown.
  6. Let it cool for about 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, consider prepping ahead or experimenting with different cheese varieties.

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