Description
A creamy and cheesy one-pan comfort meal combining tender chicken, Alfredo sauce, and rice, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups uncooked rice (white or brown)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup broccoli florets (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Baking Dish: In a large baking dish, combine the uncooked rice and chicken broth. Stir to ensure the rice is evenly distributed.
- Add Chicken and Sauce: Mix in the shredded or diced chicken and Alfredo sauce. Ensure that the chicken is well-coated with the sauce.
- Season: Sprinkle in the garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Incorporate Broccoli: If you’re adding broccoli, fold it gently into the mixture.
- Cheese It Up: Top the mixture with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, distributing them evenly.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 30 minutes.
- Final Bake: After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it Rest: Once done, take it out of the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving. This allows the casserole to set.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve hot!
Notes
For a nuttier flavor and extra nutrients, use brown rice. You can also substitute homemade Alfredo sauce for a fresher taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: chicken alfredo, rice casserole, dump and bake, one pan dinner, comfort food