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Mamaw’s Chicken and Rice Casserole Easy Comfort Food
Emily

Mamaw's Chicken and Rice Casserole

This comforting Southern classic features tender chicken, creamy soups, and fluffy rice baked together for a hearty, family-style casserole that’s perfect for weeknights or potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Meals for Every Night
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 chicken breasts, cut into cubes
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups instant white rice
  • 1 can (10.75 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can (10.75 oz) cream of celery soup
  • 1 can (10.75 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • salt and ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup butter, sliced into pats

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Mixing spoon
  • Aluminum foil
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish to prevent sticking.
  3. Spread the cubed chicken breasts evenly across the bottom of the dish.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the water, instant rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, and cream of mushroom soup. Stir until well blended.
  5. Pour the rice and soup mixture over the chicken in the casserole dish, spreading everything evenly.
  6. Season generously with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
  7. Arrange the butter pats evenly over the top of the casserole.
  8. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 40–50 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  10. Remove the foil, and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
  11. Let the casserole stand for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set.

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top before baking uncovered. You can also swap instant rice for brown rice, but increase the baking time accordingly. Serve with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables.