Name: Dump-and-Bake Cheesy Chicken Ranch Rice Casserole
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 2-3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded; 1 cup instant rice; 2 cups fat-free chicken broth; 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables; 1 can (10.5 oz.) 98% fat free cream of chicken soup; 1 packet ranch seasoning; 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

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Busy weeknights call for simple meals, and this Dump-and-Bake Cheesy Chicken Ranch Rice Casserole is as easy as it gets. With just a few ingredients and no stovetop cooking required, you’ll have a comforting dinner the whole family will love.

This Weight Watchers friendly casserole combines lean chicken, vegetables, creamy sauce, and cheesy goodness in one easy dish. Using cooked chicken helps cut down on prep time, making dinner even easier to get on the table.

Best of all, everything bakes together in one pan, creating a family-friendly meal that’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for leftovers.

Dump and Bake Cheesy Chicken Ranch Rice Casserole Weight Watchers Recipe

The Ingredients

Cooked Chicken Breast: Chicken breast is an excellent source of lean protein, helping support muscle health while keeping you feeling full and satisfied.

Using cooked chicken also makes this recipe quick and convenient.

Rice: White rice provides carbohydrates that supply your body with energy. It has a mild flavor and soft texture that make it a family-friendly addition to casseroles and comfort foods.

Fat-Free Chicken Broth: Chicken broth adds plenty of savory flavor while keeping fat and calories low. It also helps cook the rice and keeps the casserole moist.

Mixed Vegetables: Frozen mixed vegetables are loaded with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. They add color, texture, and extra nutrition without much effort.

98% Fat Free Cream of Chicken Soup: This lighter soup creates a creamy texture while containing less fat and fewer calories than regular condensed soups.

Ranch Seasoning: Ranch seasoning adds lots of flavor without requiring multiple spices, helping you create a delicious dish with minimal ingredients.

Reduced-Fat Cheddar Cheese: Reduced-fat cheese adds calcium and protein while lowering the amount of saturated fat compared to traditional cheese.

Garlic Powder & Onion Powder: These simple seasonings provide rich flavor without adding calories and contain natural compounds that may support overall wellness.

Click here to track the points on your Weight Watchers app. The full nutrition information can be found at the bottom of the recipe card.

How to Make This Dump-and-Bake Cheesy Chicken Ranch Rice Casserole

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Add the uncooked instant white rice, chicken broth, mixed vegetables, cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder to the baking dish. Stir well to combine. Gently stir in the shredded chicken.

Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

Remove the foil and sprinkle the reduced-fat cheddar cheese over the top.

Return the dish to the oven uncovered for 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted.

Let it stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy dump-and-bake dinner with minimal prep.
High in protein to help keep you satisfied.
Made with lighter ingredients to keep Weight Watchers Points low.
One-pan recipe means easy cleanup.
Great for meal prep and leftovers.

Prep Time:5

Cook Time:45

Total Time:50

Ingredients

2-3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
1 cup instant rice
2 cups fat-free chicken broth
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
1 can (10.5 oz.) 98% fat free cream of chicken soup
1 packet ranch seasoning
1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Add the uncooked instant white rice, chicken broth, mixed vegetables, cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder to the baking dish. Stir well to combine. Gently stir in the shredded chicken.
Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Remove the foil and sprinkle the reduced-fat cheddar cheese over the top.
Return the dish to the oven uncovered for 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
Let it stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

NUTRITION INFORMATION:

1 of 6 servings

217 calories, 7g total fat, 3g saturated fat, 969 mg sodium, 15g total carbs, 2g dietary fiber, 2g sugars, 21g protein (myfitnesspal.com)

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French Onion Noodle Casserole

Loaded Potato Chicken Casserole

Chicken Tortilla Casserole

Lasagna Casserole

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