Creamy Chicken and Rice
A comforting baked dish combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and crispy cracker topping for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Rice
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- 0.25 cup butter
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 5 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast meat
- 12 ounces processed cheese food (Velveeta), cubed
- 2 cups sour cream
- 0.5 cup butter
- 2 cups crushed buttery round crackers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Spread rice in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, stir in flour, then add milk, bouillon, salt, garlic, and pepper. Boil and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat, add chicken, cheese, and sour cream; stir until cheese melts. Pour over rice.
- Melt butter, toss with cracker crumbs, sprinkle over casserole, and bake for 10-15 minutes.
Notes
For extra flavor, add herbs or spices as desired.