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This Chicken Rice-A-Roni Casserole is filling and incredibly hearty with moist chicken, bursting Rice-A-Roni and the creamy combination that is so popular in casseroles. This recipe is a great fit for working weeknight meals because the effort you put into cooking will be low but the nutritional value of the meals high. This is why this casserole has great popularity among people who like tasty and healthy meals; it is rather easy to cook. It is now high time that we learned on how we can prepare this easy and delicious meal for every member of the dinner table.
RECIPE INGREDIENTS
Ingredients
- 1 box (6.9 ounces) Rice-A-Roni Chicken Flavor
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 ¼ cups water
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 cup French fried onions (for topping)
MEASURES & PRECAUTIONS
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Just make sure you use parameters fresh ingredients especially the chicken. The advantage of using rotisserie chicken is that it can help reduce the time spent preparing this dish while delivering more taste The important thing is to ensure that the chicken to have been well cooked and shredded before they are incorporated into casserole.
- Follow Cooking Instructions: Follow the instructions indicated in Rice-A-Roni package. Because the heat distribution may be different from stove to stove, be careful that the rice will not stick to the bottom of the pot.
- Check for Allergens: If you have restrictions with food, you must look at the ingredients of the cream of chicken soup and Rice-A-Roni if there is an allergy such as gluten and dairy.
- Avoid Overmixing: When mixing the ingredients do so gently to prevent the grains from softening the rice in the process. This will help maintain texture in your casserole This will help maintain texture in your casserole.
Chicken Rice-A-Roni Casserole Recipe
INGREDIENTS NOTES
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Rice-A-Roni Chicken Flavor: This boxed mix may just be what you need so that your casserole may be easy to prepare. It consists of rice and vermicelli pasta with seasoning packets for the improvement of its taste.
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Cream of Chicken Soup: Including this ingredient is enhances the creaminess and richness of the casserole. If you’re trying to avoid salt, you may choose the low-sodium type of the following products.
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Sour Cream: Sour Cream is added due to it is sour taste and the richness that it brings to the cake. If you want something lighter, you can use Greek yogurt in it.
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Cooked Chicken: If you find it convenient, you can use, leftover rotisserie chicken or any cooked chicken, you will want to use. Chicken that is shredded will be most appropriate to spread all over the casserole.
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French Fried Onions: These give the extra crunch on the top that has the right combination, with the soft and creamy interior of the pie. One should add them depending on how crisp he or she would like them to be.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
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Preheat Oven: It is important to note the temperature at which your bee pollen must be baked – 350°F or 175°C. This helps the casserole to cook evenly.
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Prepare Rice-A-Roni: Use a big skillet and melt 2 tablespoons of butter and place it over the medium flame. While stirring, add Rice-A-Roni mix as well as the rice and noodles and sauté for 5-7 min, or until browned slightly.
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Add Water: Add 2¼ cups water and let it boil. After bringing to a boil, lower to a simmer, with the lid on, for around 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked through.
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Combine Ingredients: Take a large bowl and blend into the just cooked Rice-A-Roni, one can of cream of chicken soup, one cup sour cream and four cups of cooked chicken. Stir vigorously in order to ensure even distribution of all the components.
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Transfer to Baking Dish: Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes; pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Use a spatula to spread it evenly We opted to take our bread and spread Nutella evenly with the spatula.
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Add Cheese: You can use cheese and spread approximately 1/2 cup of grated cheddar cheese and spread over the mixture.
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Top with Fried Onions: Finally spread one cup of French-fried onions all over the top of the casserole to complete the preparation process.
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Bake: Put it in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until the contents are hot right through and the top layer is a golden brown.
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Rest Before Serving: Once baked allow it to cool for about 5-10 minutes in the tin before slicing to enable it to set properly.
RECIPE TIPS & VARIATIONS
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Add Vegetables: Add facilities frozen mixed vegetables, steamed broccoli in the mixture to bring colorful and nutritional values.
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Spice It Up: For those of you who like your soup spicy, chop up some jalapeños and stir into the mixture before baking. Or use cayenne pepper.
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Different Flavors: There are various prepared Rice-A-Roni flavors such as Spanish, Mexican, Herb & Butter, you can use for a change of taste in your casserole.
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Make It Ahead: This casserole can be made ahead since all ingredients are assembled, covered, and refrigerated until the cooking time is ready.
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Freezing Option: This casserole freezes well! Mix it in an airtight container before using it and it can be frozen up to three months. Best when thawed, in the refrigerator, then baked according to the above instructions.
EQUIPMENT
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Large skillet
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Mixing bowl
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Whisk or spatula
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Measuring cups
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9x13-inch baking dish
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Oven
Note
SERVING TIPS 💡
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Serve hot from the oven as a main dish alongside simple sides such as steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
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Cover with fresh herbs like parsley and chive and this will help to make it colorful and tasty.
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Should be serve with a side dish of crusty bread or garlic bread sticks for the full meal effect.
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This meal can be preserved in an airtight container with tightly sealed lid in the refrigerator for up to 72 hours; preferably reheated upon serving.
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For an elegant touch, serve individual portions in ramekins topped with additional fried onions just before serving.
If you're looking for a quick and flavorful meal, check out this easy Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs recipe.
