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Dump-and-Bake Chicken Alfredo Rice Casserole

A no-fuss, creamy one-dish dinner made with raw chicken, uncooked long-grain rice, and Alfredo sauce baked together in one pan with zero pre-cooking required.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice uncooked, do not substitute with instant or brown rice
  • 15 oz jarred Alfredo sauce 1 standard jar, full-fat recommended
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese freshly shredded from block for best melting
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Aluminum foil
  • Non-stick spray or butter for greasing

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
  2. Add uncooked rice, chicken broth, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the dish. Stir well until fully combined. Add chicken pieces and stir again to distribute evenly.
  3. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil, pressing the edges down firmly. Bake for 45 minutes. Do not lift the foil early.
  4. Remove foil and stir the casserole. Rice should be tender and most liquid absorbed. If still quite wet, cover and bake an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top. Return to the oven uncovered and bake for 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
  6. Remove from oven and rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set.

Notes

Use only long-grain white rice for correct liquid absorption. Press foil tightly to trap steam. Add a splash of broth or milk when reheating leftovers to restore creaminess. Can be prepped the night before and refrigerated before baking.