Creamy chicken and herb rice bake with golden cheese crust, served in a cozy Mexican-style setting.

Creamy Chicken and Herb Rice Bake

Portions:6
Preparation Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
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Equipment

  • roasting pan

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken cut into parts
  • 1 package herb rice mix e.g., Uncle Ben’s long grain wild rice, not instant
  • 1 can cream of celery soup
  • 1 package onion soup mix
  • 2 soup cans water
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a roasting pan with butter.
  • Pour the dry herb rice mix into the buttered roasting pan, spreading it evenly.
  • Arrange the chicken parts on top of the rice in the roasting pan.
  • Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the chicken.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of celery soup with 2 soup cans of water.
  • Stir until well mixed.
  • Pour the soup mixture over the chicken and rice in the roasting pan, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
  • Cover the roasting pan with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • After 1 hour and 30 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for another 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  • During the last 30 minutes of baking, pour the melted butter over the chicken for added flavor and moisture.
  • Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this creamy chicken and herb rice bake with a light-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or a medium-bodied red wine like Merlot. These wines will complement the creamy texture and savory flavors of the dish, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 400 kcal | Carbohydrates: 35 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 20 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 2 g
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Course Chicken / Rice
Cuisine American