CHEESY CHICKEN & RICE CASSEROLE

Cheesy Chicken & Rice Casserole image

Provided by Carol Junkins

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can(s) (10 3/4 oz.) campbell's cream of chicken soup ( regular or 98% fat free)
1 1/3 c water
3/4 c uncooked regular long-grain rice
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
2 c frozen mixed vegetables
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

1. Stir soup, water, rice, onion powder, black pepper and vegetables in 11 x 8" (2-qt.) shallow baking dish.
2. Top with chicken. Season chicken as desired. Cover.
3. Bake at 375 degrees F. for 50 minutes or until chicken and rice are done. Top with cheese. Let casserole stand for 10 minutes. Stir rice before serving.
4. Try Alfredo: Use 1/4 cup grated Parmesan for Cheddar. Add 2 tbsp. cheese with soup. Use broccoli flowerets for vegetables. Top chicken with remaining Parmesan.
5. Make it Crunchy: Prepare and bake as directed. Uncover. Top with 1/3 cup French's French fried onions, crushed. Bake for 5 minutes more. Top with cheese and let stand 10 minutes.