Rice A Roni Chicken Casserole One-Pan Dinner Idea

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This Rice A Roni Chicken Casserole is a creamy, comforting, family-friendly dinner made with tender chicken and seasoned rice. An easy one-pan weeknight casserole everyone will love!

A skillet filled with creamy Rice A Roni Chicken casserole, garnished with chopped parsley, sits on a white surface, surrounded by a bowl of fresh parsley, a serving spoon, plates, and a beige patterned cloth.

Why You’ll Love Rice A Roni Chicken Casserole!

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Rice-A-Roni Chicken Casserole is one of those old-school comfort meals that instantly reminds me of home. It’s warm, creamy, budget-friendly, and incredibly easy, the kind of recipe you throw together on a hectic night and everyone still goes back for seconds.

The seasoned rice adds tons of flavor while the chicken and creamy sauce make it hearty and satisfying. It’s a true weeknight winner that never disappoints!

If you are looking for more casserole recipes that my family will actually eat, you must try Cowboy Casserole, Pizza Casserole and Hamburger Rice Casserole.

Ingredients

A bowl of diced raw chicken, a box of Rice A Roni Chicken, chopped herbs, butter, spices, oil, and two measuring cups are arranged on a white hexagonal tile surface for a tasty chicken casserole.

Olive Oil – Use oil of your choice
Chicken Breasts – Save a few steps and use rotisserie chicken or leftover shredded chicken
Butter – We used unsalted butter
Rice a Roni Chicken – Use your favorite flavor
Fresh Chopped Parsley – Optional, for topping

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How to Make Rice A Roni Chicken Casserole

A frying pan with oil sits on a countertop next to diced raw chicken, a box of Rice A Roni Chicken, a pat of butter, small bowls of salt and pepper, and a spatula resting on a patterned towel.

Step 1 – Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.

A frying pan with raw, diced chicken seasoned with pepper, a box of Rice A Roni Chicken flavor, two measuring cups with water, a pat of butter, a spatula, and a patterned cloth—perfect for starting an easy Rice A Roni Chicken casserole.

Step 2 – Add in the chicken. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.

A skillet with cooked, diced chicken pieces sits on a towel. Nearby are a box of Rice A Roni Chicken, a measuring cup of water, a pat of butter, and a black spatula on a white hexagon-patterned surface—perfect for chicken casserole prep.

Step 3 – Let it sit without tossing it and let it brown for 3-4 minutes. Gently turn the chicken and cook the other size for 3-4 more minutes.

A frying pan with cooked, seasoned chicken pieces and a pat of butter in the center. Nearby are a Rice A Roni Chicken flavor box, two plastic measuring cups, a spatula, and a beige kitchen towel with white dots.

Step 4 – Add in the butter. Let it melt. Scrape any brown bits off the bottom of the pan.

A frying pan contains cooked chicken pieces, uncooked Rice A Roni Chicken, and pasta on a stovetop. Nearby are a spatula, measuring cups, a brown packet, and a textured towel on a hexagon-patterned surface.

Step 5 – Stir in the rice and saute for about 3 minutes until the rice is golden brown (tossing occasionally).

A skillet filled with cooked chicken pieces in a creamy Rice A Roni Chicken sauce, garnished with herbs. A small bowl of chopped green herbs sits above the skillet on a white, hexagon-patterned surface. A spatula and towel are nearby.

Step 6 – Mix in the seasoning packet from the box of Rice and Roni and the water.

A large skillet with a glass lid steams on a marble surface, filled with a comforting chicken casserole. Nearby are a bowl of chopped herbs, a kitchen towel, and a black spatula.

Step 7 – Bring the mixture to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until most of the water is absorbed.

A skillet filled with creamy Rice A Roni Chicken and rice sits on a white hexagonal-tile surface, next to a bowl of chopped herbs, a gray spoon, and a brown-and-white towel.

Step 8 – Remove the lid, let sit for a few minutes and then it’s ready to serve topped with the fresh parsley (if using) and sour cream and enjoy!

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Rice a Roni Chicken Casserole

5 from 1 vote

This Rice A Roni Chicken Casserole is a creamy, comforting, family-friendly dinner made with tender chicken and seasoned rice. An easy one-pan weeknight casserole everyone will love!

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings 4

Cuisine American

Course Main Course

Calories 388

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

▢ 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
▢ 1 pound Chicken Breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
▢ 1 teaspoon Salt
▢ ½ teaspoon Pepper
▢ 2 Tablespoons Butter
▢ 1 Box Rice a Roni Chicken 6.9 ounces
▢ 2 ½ cups Water
▢ 1 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Parsley optional, for topping

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
Add in the chicken. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
Let it sit without tossing it and let it brown for 3-4 minutes.
Gently turn the chicken and cook the other size for 3-4 more minutes.
Add in the butter. Let it melt. Scrape any brown bits off the bottom of the pan.
Stir in the rice and saute for about 3 minutes until the rice is golden brown (tossing occasionally).
Mix in the seasoning packet from the box of Rice and Roni and the water.
Bring the mixture to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until most of the water is absorbed.
Remove the lid, let sit for a few minutes and then it’s ready to serve topped with the fresh parsley (if using) and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

You can add in 1 cup of veggies for a one pot meal if you would like. A cup of broccoli or green beans would be delicious in this meal.

You can also top with 1 cup of your favorite shredded cheese to add in a cheesy flavor if you’d like.

Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Any flavor of Rice a Roni for different flavors of this recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 388kcal, Carbohydrates 37g, Protein 31g, Fat 13g, Saturated Fat 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1g, Monounsaturated Fat 5g, Trans Fat 0.2g, Cholesterol 88mg, Sodium 769mg, Potassium 637mg, Fiber 3g, Sugar 1g, Vitamin A 220IU, Vitamin C 1mg, Calcium 24mg, Iron 1mg

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Variations Ideas

Add Vegetables – You can add in 1 cup of veggies for a one pot meal if you would like. A cup of broccoli or green beans would be delicious in this meal.
Top with Cheese – You can also top with 1 cup of your favorite shredded cheese to add in a cheesy flavor if you’d like.
Chicken Bacon Ranch – Add bacon and a little ranch seasoning for a delicious variation.
Spicy Version – Add a can of diced green chiles or pepper jack cheese for a kick of flavor.

Serving Recommendations

We love to serve this Rice A Roni Chicken Casserole with a side of Roasted Zucchini, A Simple Salad, and Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls.

Other ideas are Air Fryer Broccoli, Roasted Cauliflower, Roasted Zucchini and Squash and Air Fryer Asparagus.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use different Flavors of Rice-A-Roni?

Yes! Any flavor of Rice a Roni can be used for different flavors of this recipe.

How to Store Leftovers

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.

Can I Freeze Leftovers?

Yes! Once the rice mixture has cooled, place in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and then reheat in the microwave or stovetop.