French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

Here’s a cozy, creamy, and flavor-packed French Onion Chicken Rice Bake — a one-dish wonder that combines the savory richness of French onion soup with tender chicken and fluffy rice. 🧅🍗🍚 It’s the kind of comforting casserole that’s perfect for weeknights or potlucks!

🧅 French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

🕒 Prep Time: 10–15 minutes

⏱️ Bake Time: 45–55 minutes

🍽️ Serves: 6

📝 Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice (not instant)
1 (10.5 oz) can condensed French onion soup
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom)
1 ¾ cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese (or mozzarella or provolone)
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp butter, melted
Optional topping: crispy fried onions or extra cheese

👩‍🍳 Instructions

🔹 1. Preheat & Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

🔹 2. Mix the Base

In a large bowl, combine:

French onion soup
Cream of chicken soup
Chicken broth
Worcestershire sauce
Garlic powder, salt, and pepper

Stir in the uncooked rice and shredded chicken.

🔹 3. Assemble the Casserole

Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish.
Cover tightly with foil.
Bake for 40 minutes.

🔹 4. Add Cheese & Finish Baking

Remove foil and sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
Drizzle melted butter for extra richness.
Bake uncovered for another 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the rice is tender.

🔹 5. Optional Topping

For crunch and flavor, top with crispy fried onions during the last 5 minutes of baking.

🔹 6. Rest & Serve

Let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving so it thickens slightly.

🧅 Tips & Variations

Add caramelized onions for deeper flavor.
Want veggies? Stir in a cup of sautéed mushrooms, peas, or spinach.
Prefer a shortcut? Use rotisserie chicken to cut prep time.

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