Creamy Chicken Rice Casserole

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This comforting casserole combines uncooked rice and cubed chicken with a creamy sauce of chicken broth and cream of celery soup, baked until tender and topped with melted cheddar cheese.

Creamy Chicken Rice Casserole

Ingredients:

INGREDIENTS	AMOUNT
Chicken broth	3 cups
Cream of celery soup	2 cans (10.5 oz)
Butter, melted	1/4 cup (1/2 stick)
Large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed	2
White rice, uncooked	2 cups
Kosher salt	1 teaspoon
Freshly ground black pepper	1/2 teaspoon
Garlic powder	1 teaspoon
Dried thyme	1/2 teaspoon
Cheddar cheese, grated	1 cup

How To Make Creamy Chicken Rice Casserole:

Step 1: Preheat Oven and Prep Dish: Preheat oven to 375F (190C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.1 Set aside.

Step 2: Combine Casserole Base: In a medium bowl, mix together the 3 cups chicken broth, 2 cans cream of celery soup, and 1/4 cup melted butter until well combined. Add the 2 cups uncooked rice, the 2 cubed chicken breasts, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp dried thyme. Stir to combine thoroughly.

Step 3: Bake Covered: Pour the rice mixture into the prepared baking dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Bake until the rice is cooked through and the chicken is tender, about 1 hour 15 minutes.

Step 4: Add Cheese and Finish: Uncover the casserole, sprinkle 1 cup grated cheddar cheese evenly over the top, and return to the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 more minutes.

Step 5: Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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