Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe

Name: Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ¼ cup butter (½ stick); ⅓ cup all-purpose flour (use gluten-free, if needed); 2 ½ cups milk of choice (I use 2%); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon fine salt; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard or dry mustard; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ¼ teaspoon paprika; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (~2 ½ cups), divided; 3 cups cooked shredded or cubed chicken breast (may use raw chicken – see Notes below)*; 3 to 3 ½ cups cooked brown or white rice**; 1 (12-16-ounce) bag frozen California blend vegetables (mix of broccoli, cauliflower, carrots)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:20min

With chicken, rice, veggies, and a rich cheese sauce, this cheesy chicken and rice casserole recipe is an easy dinner the whole family can agree on. With minimal prep time and simple steps, it’s failproof and perfect for busy weeknights.

Updated at: Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:10:26 GMT