Carefree Casserole

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Carefree Casserole is a comforting, cheesy baked dish combining tender chicken, flavorful mushrooms, and creamy soup, layered with rice and topped with crispy potato chips and melted mozzarella. Perfect for a quick family dinner or casual gathering, it offers a satisfying mix of textures and comforting flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 1 can canned chicken
  • 1 can cream of celery soup
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup crushed potato chips
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Combine canned chicken, cream of celery soup, sliced mushrooms, and shredded Cheddar cheese in a 2-quart casserole dish.
  2. Add cooked rice, mixing well to incorporate all ingredients.
  3. Sprinkle crushed potato chips and shredded Mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  4. Bake at 350°F for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cheese melts and the casserole is bubbly.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

433 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 21.5g 43% DV
Total Fat 20.4g 26% DV
Carbs 41.5g 15% DV
Fiber 2.2g 8% DV
Sugar 1.8g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 941mg 41% DV
Potassium 734.3mg 16% DV
Cholesterol 56.3mg 19% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 147.8mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 7mg 8% DV
Vitamin D 6.8mcg 34% DV
Calcium 373mg 29% DV
Iron 1.5mg 8% DV
Diet fit High-protein
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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