Lemon Chicken Casserole

You all go crazy for anything lemon chicken—and honestly, I totally get it. I’m right there with you! That’s why I had to bring you this lemon chicken casserole. It’s cozy, flavorful, and made with my signature, from-scratch lemon herb sauce that ties it all together beautifully. One bite and you’ll be hooked—this one’s definitely going into your weekly dinner rotation!

Lemon Chicken Casserole

This lemon chicken casserole is quick to prep, easy to clean up, and packed with bright, comforting flavor. With tender chicken, zesty lemon herb rice, and a buttery finish, it’s the ultimate one-dish meal—perfect for busy weeknights when you want something hearty, fresh, and satisfying with minimal effort.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons lemon pepper

For the Casserole Base

• 2 ½ cups chicken broth
• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh is best)
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare the Dish
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Mix the Casserole Base
   In the prepared baking dish, combine the following ingredients:
   • 2 ½ cups chicken broth
   • 1 cup uncooked white rice
   • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
   • 3 tablespoons melted butter
   • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
   • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
   • 1 teaspoon onion powder
   • 1 teaspoon salt
   • 1 teaspoon dried basil
   • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
   • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
     Stir everything together to evenly distribute the seasonings.
3. Add and Season the Chicken
   Season 1 pound of cubed boneless, skinless chicken breast with:
   • 1 teaspoon salt
   • 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
     Then add the seasoned chicken pieces directly into the baking dish and stir gently to combine with the rice mixture.
4. Bake
   Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove from the oven and layer thin slices from 1 lemon over the top. Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked through.
5. Rest and Serve
   Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to settle and the dish to finish cooking gently.