French Onion Chicken Rice Casserole

 🧅🍗 French Onion Chicken Rice Casserole 🧀🥄

Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor – this comforting casserole brings French onion soup vibes to your dinner table! 🏡✨

Ingredients:

* 2 cups cooked shredded chicken

* 2 cups cooked white rice

* 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup

* 1 (10.5 oz) can French onion soup

* 1 cup sour cream

* 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese

* 1 1/2 cups crispy fried onions (like French’s)

* Salt and pepper to taste

* Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. **Preheat oven** to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. **Mix the base**: In a large bowl, combine chicken, rice, cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, sour cream, 1 cup of cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

3. **Assemble**: Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

4. **Top and bake**: Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and half of the crispy onions. Bake for 25 minutes.

5. **Final touch**: Add the remaining crispy onions and bake for another 5 minutes until golden and bubbly.

6. **Garnish and serve**: Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot!

Pro Tip:

🔥 Swap white rice with wild rice or add sautéed mushrooms for an earthy flavor boost!