Description
This incredibly simple one-pan casserole combines tender chicken and fluffy rice in a creamy, savory sauce for the ultimate weeknight comfort meal.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into 1-inch pieces
1.5 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1.5 cups chicken broth
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
0.5 tsp salt (or to taste)
0.25 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Step 2: Spread the uncooked long-grain white rice evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Step 3: Arrange the sliced chicken breast pieces over the rice.
Step 4: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 5: Pour the soup mixture evenly over the chicken and rice in the baking dish, ensuring the rice is mostly submerged.
Step 6: Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the casserole.
Step 7: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
Step 8: Bake for 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender. Do not remove the foil during baking.
Step 9: Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest, still covered, for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the rice to absorb any remaining liquid and helps the flavors meld. Serve hot.
Notes
For added flavor, you can sauté a chopped onion or some sliced mushrooms before adding them to the casserole. A sprinkle of fresh parsley or chives before serving adds a nice touch of color and freshness. Consider adding a cup of frozen peas or mixed vegetables during step 4 for a more complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
