Description
Angel Chicken Rice is a creamy, cheesy comfort food dish that’s as easy as it is delicious! Tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich blend of cream cheese, butter, and Colby Jack cheese come together in a perfect one-pan meal. A quick, family-friendly dinner that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 3 cups cooked rice
- ½ cup butter, room temperature and cubed
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature and cubed
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.7 ounce Italian dressing mix (I used Good Seasons)
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken and cooked rice.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the butter, cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, garlic, and Italian dressing mix. Stir in the chicken stock until smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the chicken and rice, stirring to combine.
- Add 1½ cups of shredded Colby Jack cheese and mix until incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the Colby Jack cheese with other cheeses like cheddar or mozzarella, depending on your preference.
- For a little extra flavor, you can add some sautéed onions or vegetables to the mixture before baking.
- You can make this dish ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to a day before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time if baking from cold.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American