Easy One Pan Ground Chicken Casserole
A quick, one-pan ground chicken casserole that is comforting and easy to make, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken Lean protein option
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 cup uncooked white rice Or 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning Or 1 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup sour cream or cream cheese Optional for extra creaminess
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until soft.
- Add ground chicken. Break into pieces and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in rice (if using uncooked) and frozen vegetables. Mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth and milk. Stir to combine. If you want a creamier texture, add sour cream or cream cheese now.
- Bring to a low boil, then cover and simmer for 10 minutes on low to let rice absorb some liquid (if using uncooked rice).
- Remove from heat. Sprinkle half the cheese over the top.
- Place skillet in preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, until rice is tender (if uncooked) and casserole is bubbly.
- Remove from oven, top with remaining cheese, and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a lower carb version, try swapping ingredients or using cooked rice to cut bake time. Taste and adjust seasoning before baking.