Description
A comforting and easy one-dish meal featuring tender chicken breasts baked atop a bed of flavorful rice, all smothered in a creamy blend of soups and broth, seasoned with onion soup mix for an extra savory touch. Perfect for a hassle-free dinner that can be prepared ahead and baked to juicy, satisfying perfection.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Rice
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
Creamy Sauce
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Spread Rice: Evenly spread the uncooked long-grain white rice across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, forming a base layer for the chicken.
- Mix Soups and Broth: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and chicken broth until you achieve a smooth and uniform sauce.
- Pour Half Sauce Over Rice: Pour half of the creamy soup mixture over the rice layer, spreading it evenly to ensure the rice is well coated and can absorb the flavors as it cooks.
- Arrange Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts directly over the rice layer. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover Chicken with Remaining Sauce and Onion Soup Mix: Pour the remaining soup mixture over the chicken breasts, making sure they are fully covered. Sprinkle the entire packet of onion soup mix evenly over the top to add savory depth.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap moisture. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and the rice to become tender.
- Optional Browning: Remove the foil during the last 15 minutes of baking if you prefer a slightly browned top for added texture and flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness before serving.
Notes
- Use long-grain white rice for best texture; other rice types may require different cooking times or liquid amounts.
- For a lower sodium option, choose low-sodium soup varieties and broth.
- Covering the dish tightly helps retain moisture, ensuring juicy chicken and perfectly cooked rice.
- Feel free to add vegetables like frozen peas or sliced mushrooms to the rice layer for added nutrition and flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated thoroughly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
