Absolutely! 🇮🇹🍗 Italian Chicken Rice Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, one-dish wonder loaded with tender chicken, seasoned rice, Italian herbs, and melty cheese. It’s cozy, comforting, and perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks — with easy prep and minimal cleanup.
🍗🍚 Italian Chicken Rice Casserole
✅ One pan | Make-ahead friendly | Kid-approved
🛒 Ingredients
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2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
(rotisserie chicken works great!) -
1 cup uncooked white rice (or brown rice — see notes)
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2 ½ cups chicken broth
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
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1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained (optional)
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional, for topping)
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
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Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
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Lightly grease a 9×13” baking dish.
2. Mix Ingredients
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In a large bowl, combine:
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Uncooked rice
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Chicken broth
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Cream of soup
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Sour cream
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Garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning
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Half of the mozzarella and all of the Parmesan
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Stir in cooked chicken and spinach (if using).
3. Assemble
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Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish.
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Spread evenly and cover tightly with foil.
4. Bake
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Bake covered for 50–55 minutes, until rice is tender.
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Remove foil, sprinkle remaining mozzarella and cherry tomatoes on top.
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Bake uncovered for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Rest & Serve
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Let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving to firm up.
🍽️ Optional Add-Ins:
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Sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers
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Chopped sun-dried tomatoes
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Italian sausage or pancetta instead of chicken
🧊 Storage:
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Refrigerates well for up to 4 days
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Freezes great after baking — reheat covered at 350°F until hot
💡 Tips:
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Brown rice? Increase broth to 3 cups and bake covered for 1 hr 15 min.
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Want more flavor? Use Italian-style rotisserie chicken and a splash of white wine in the broth.
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Add a sprinkle of fresh basil or parsley for a fresh finish.