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Chicken Alfredo Rice Casserole: The Ultimate Cheesy Comfort Food Bake

A decadent Chicken Alfredo Rice Casserole featuring fluffy white rice, tender cubed chicken, and a homemade creamy Alfredo sauce, all topped with bubbly, toasted mozzarella cheese and fresh parsley for the perfect family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Components
  • 3 cups (550g) cooked long-grain white rice Fluffy and cooled
  • 2 cups (300g) cooked chicken breast Cubed into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1.5 cups (360ml) heavy whipping cream Full fat for best texture
  • 4 tbsp (56g) unsalted butter High quality
  • 1 cup (90g) Parmesan cheese Freshly grated
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1.5 cups (170g) mozzarella cheese Shredded, low-moisture
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley Finely chopped
  • 0.5 tsp cracked black pepper To taste

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch Ceramic Baking Dish Ceramic provides even heat distribution.
  • 1 Heavy-bottomed saucepan Used for the Alfredo sauce.
  • 1 Whisk To ensure a smooth sauce.

Method
 

Sauce and Assembly
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute. Whisk in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Slowly add Parmesan, whisking until smooth and thickened.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the cooked rice and cubed chicken with the Alfredo sauce until fully coated. Transfer to a greased ceramic baking dish.
  3. Evenly spread shredded mozzarella over the rice mixture. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  4. Switch the oven to broil for 2-3 minutes until golden-brown toasted spots appear on the cheese. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
  5. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with fresh parsley and cracked black pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalProtein: 26gFat: 32gFiber: 1g

Notes

Use cold rice for a fluffier texture.
Grate your own cheese to avoid the grainy texture of pre-shredded varieties.
Keyword Cheesy Rice Bake,Chicken Alfredo Rice Casserole,chicken casserole

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