Delicious and Easy Rice and Chicken Casserole

This rice and chicken casserole recipe is a perfect weeknight meal that the whole family will love. Tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy sauce come together to create a comforting and satisfying dish. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have this delicious casserole on the table in no time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cooked rice, thawed peas and carrots, diced onion, and diced bell pepper.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and rice mixture, and stir until well combined.
5. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and spread it out evenly.
6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the casserole.
7. Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
8. After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and enjoy!

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