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chicken and rice casserole with Ritz crackers
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Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole with Ritz Cracker Crust

Easy and delicious Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole. Perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Yield: 8 -10 servings
Calories: 418cal
Author: Melissa

Materials

  • 2 cups chicken breast - cooked and cubed
  • 2 cups white rice cooked
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 small onion - diced
  • 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter - melted
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 10 oz. can of cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups Ritz cracker crumbs - about 15-20 crackers

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix chicken, rice, cheese, broth, flour, onion, butter, salt, and soup
  • Pour into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish
  • Spread out so it is even on top and sprinkle Ritz cracker crumbs over the top
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour

Notes

Store covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, cover with foil and bake until heated through - remove the foil and bake for 5 minutes longer.
*you can also microwave on individual plates until heated through
 
nutrition facts are only an estimate 

Nutrition

Calories: 418cal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 621mg | Potassium: 252mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 338IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 145mg | Iron: 1mg