Description
Dump-and-Bake Chicken Alfredo Rice Casserole is a creamy, comforting one-pan dinner made with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and rich Alfredo sauce. No pre-cooking required—just mix, bake, and enjoy a family-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas or broccoli
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rice, chicken, Alfredo sauce, broth, vegetables, and seasonings.
- Assemble: Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake Covered: Cover tightly with foil and bake for 40–45 minutes.
- Add Cheese: Uncover, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Finish Baking: Return to oven and bake 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
- Rest & Serve: Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Make sure the dish is tightly covered so the rice cooks evenly.
- Add spinach, mushrooms, or bacon for extra flavor.
- Let rest before serving to allow the sauce to thicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
Keywords: Dump and Bake Chicken Alfredo Rice Casserole, Chicken Alfredo Casserole, Easy Family Dinner, One Pan Chicken Rice Bake