Cheap and Easy Poor Man’s Chicken Casserole – A Must-Try Meal
Cheap and Easy Poor Man’s Chicken Casserole is a comforting and budget-friendly dish that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, this creamy casserole features tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a cheesy topping that will satisfy everyone at the table. With minimal prep time and one-pot cleanup, this recipe is ideal for busy families looking to enjoy a hearty meal without spending much. Whether served as a main dish or alongside fresh salads and bread, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 3 cups cooked rice
- ½ cup butter, cubed
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, soften the butter and cream cheese for about 20-30 seconds; whisk until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, rice, softened butter and cream cheese mixture, cream of chicken soup, minced garlic, chicken stock, half of the shredded cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbling.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg