Ultimate Creamy Chicken and Rice Bake
This Ultimate Creamy Chicken and Rice Bake is a classic comfort food dish that's perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Equipment
- 9 x 13 inch baking dish or 3-quart casserole dish
- mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- aluminum foil
Ingrediënten
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom soup)
- 1 package Good Season Italian dressing mix
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 1/2-3 lbs cut-up chicken pieces or chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructies
Prepare the Rice:
- Wash and drain the rice, then spread it evenly in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish or a 3-quart casserole dish.
Make the Soup Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom soup), Good Season Italian dressing mix, and boiling water.
- Stir until well combined.
- Pour the soup mixture over the rice in the baking dish.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add the Chicken:
- Arrange the chicken pieces on top of the rice mixture, skin side up.
Bake the Casserole:
- Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
- After 1 hour, uncover the dish and bake for an additional 20 minutes to allow the rice to dry slightly.
- Optionally, place the casserole under the broiler for a few seconds to brown the chicken.
Serve:
- Serve hot.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Pairing
Pair this comforting Chicken and Rice Casserole with a light-bodied Pinot Grigio or a crisp Chardonnay.Nutritional Information
Calories: 350 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 12 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Salt: 1.2 g
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