Description
An easy, comforting one-dish meal that combines tender shredded chicken, savory French onion soup, melty cheese, and a crunchy topping, making weeknight dinners feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1 can French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Swiss or Gruyère)
- 1/2 cup French fried onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a medium baking dish with a little oil or nonstick spray.
- Combine the cooked rice, shredded chicken, and the can of French onion soup in a large bowl. Stir until evenly coated and season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, spread it into an even layer, and top with the shredded cheese and French fried onions.
- Drizzle olive oil over the onions, then bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until heated through and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving hot.
Notes
For a creamier texture, stir in sour cream or cream cheese before baking. Use day-old rice to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 100mg