Chicken Rice Casserole With Cashews Recipe

This comforting Chicken and Rice Casserole is packed with flavor! Tender chicken, fluffy rice, and crunchy cashews create a delicious dish perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck. Even better the next day! This recipe is easy to follow and sure to become a family favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 305.8 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Chicken Rice Casserole With Cashews

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How to Make Chicken Rice Casserole With Cashews

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of chicken broth to a boil. Add 1 cup of long-grain rice.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. While the rice simmers, prepare the chicken and vegetables. Dice 2 cups cooked chicken breast, 1/2 cup celery, 1/2 cup red bell pepper, and 1/4 cup green onions.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, chicken, celery, red bell pepper, 1/4 cup diced Canadian bacon, green onions, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 cup sour cream, and 1/4 cup dry white wine (or additional chicken broth).
  6. Pour the mixture into a 3-quart casserole dish.
  7. Cover and bake for 10 minutes.
  8. Uncover, sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup cashews.
  9. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

35g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Rice Casserole With Cashews?

Chicken Rice Casserole With Cashews takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Rice Casserole With Cashews?

Chicken Rice Casserole With Cashews has approximately 305.8 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Rice Casserole With Cashews?

The key ingredients for Chicken Rice Casserole With Cashews are Chicken Broth, Instant Rice, Chicken Breasts, Celery, Red Pepper, Canadian Bacon. See the full list with measurements above.

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