Chicken and rice casserole with cheesy chicken and rice casserole cheese on top, in an oval serving dish. Dinner doesn’t get easier or more delicious than this cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole, made in just one pan, with a few simple ingredients.

Here’s what a nerd I am when it comes to cooking: for my 14th birthday a friend gave me a cookbook, and it was one of my favorite gifts! It was a compilation of favorite recipes from close friends, and one of the recipes was this cheesy chicken and rice casserole. This makes for low prep and easy clean-up! I love recipes where the oven does all of the work. Check out my other one-pan recipes! Kid friendly: The end result is another kid-friendly recipe that’s delicious and flavorful.

The perfect comfort food for a fast weeknight meal or Sunday dinner that requires hardly any prep. Adaptable: Like most casserole dishes, there are plenty of variations you can make to this recipe. See more ideas below in the post. How to Make Chicken and Rice Casserole: 1. Prep rice mixture: Add rice, cream of soups, milk, water and onion soup seasoning to a bowl and stir to combine. Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheddar cheese.