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Dump & Bake Creamy Rice & Chicken

Dump & Bake Creamy Rice & Chicken for Effortless Comfort

A hassle-free meal perfect for those who crave comforting home-cooked flavors without the fuss; this Dump & Bake Creamy Rice & Chicken is all you need for a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups uncooked long grain white rice Avoid instant or brown rice to ensure perfect cooking times.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Choose low sodium if preferred.
For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs) Chicken thighs offer a juicier, richer taste.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup Feel free to use two cans of your favorite cream soup for variation.
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup Can be omitted or replaced with any other cream-based soup you enjoy.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Adjust to suit your palate.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adjust to suit your palate.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to suit your palate.
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper Adjust to suit your palate.
For Extra Flavor
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Optional, cheddar or mozzarella work beautifully.
  • 0.5 cup chopped cooked bacon or parsley Fresh parsley adds a vibrant touch.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In the prepared baking dish, pour in the uncooked long grain white rice and add both cans of cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup, followed by the chicken broth. Sprinkle onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the mixture. Stir everything together until evenly combined.
  3. Lay the boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs on top of the rice mixture and ensure the chicken is slightly submerged in the creamy mix.
  4. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  5. After 45 minutes, carefully remove the foil and check the chicken's internal temperature; it should be 165°F (74°C). If not done, cover it back and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  6. Once cooked, consider sprinkling shredded cheese on top and return the dish to the oven uncovered for another 5-10 minutes until the cheese melts.
  7. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with different proteins or cream soups, and you can add vegetables like frozen peas or fresh spinach for added nutrition.

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