Description
This Cheesy Chicken and Rice Gluten Free Recipe is a comforting casserole made with simple ingredients and big flavor. Easy to prep, family friendly, and perfect for meal prep or gatherings, this dish brings classic comfort to gluten free cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or dairy free cheese)
- 1 cup gluten free chicken broth
- 1/2 cup gluten free cream of chicken soup (or homemade)
- 1/2 cup diced onion (or green onion tops for low FODMAP)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (or garlic-infused oil)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a pan, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft. Skip this step for low FODMAP version.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, rice, steamed broccoli, and sautéed aromatics.
- Stir in chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Mix until evenly combined.
- Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheese or dairy free cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for later use.
Notes
Use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken to save time. For dairy free, substitute cheese and soup with plant-based versions. Add veggies like spinach, peas, or mushrooms to customize. For extra creaminess, stir in coconut cream or cashew sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg