Cheesy Chicken & Rice Casserole

Name: Cheesy Chicken & Rice Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 cups cooked rice; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided; Chopped fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:20min

This Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole is an easy comfort food dinner the whole family will love. Tender chicken, fluffy rice, and plenty of melted cheddar cheese come together in one creamy casserole that's perfect for busy weeknights, with no canned soup required.

Updated at: Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:36:18 GMT