How to Make Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

cream of chicken soup

🥗Healthier: homemade chicken broth

💰Cheaper: canned vegetable soup

Homemade broth reduces sodium and enhances flavor.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese maintains creaminess with fewer calories.

broccoli

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen veggies are cost-effective and nutritious.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is convenient and budget-friendly.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13'' pan with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.

Add rice, cream of soups, milk, water and onion soup seasoning to a bowl and stir to combine. Pour mixture into prepared pan. Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheddar cheese.

Nestle chicken breasts into the rice mixture. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour 30 min to 2 hours, or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.

Remove from oven and sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Allow to cool for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Serve with fresh steamed veggies or a green salad.

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