Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

Name: Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus more for greasing pan); ¼ cup all-purpose flour; ¼ cup dry white wine (or additional chicken stock); ½ tablespoon fresh minced garlic; 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; ½ tablespoon fresh chopped thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves); 4 cups cooked rice (any variety); 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced); 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (for sauce); 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (for topping casserole)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:45min

Cheesy Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food! Tender chicken and rice in a rich, cheesy sauce makes for a creamy, flavorful casserole that's easy to make and a family-favorite.

Updated at: Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:25:40 GMT