Description
Chicken and rice casserole is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to any meal. This simple yet delicious dish features tender, juicy chicken thighs enveloped in a creamy sauce and fluffy long-grain rice, all baked to perfection. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole comes together effortlessly with just a few key ingredients. The rich flavors meld beautifully as it bakes, creating an inviting aroma that fills your kitchen. Serve it alone or pair it with steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cuplong-grain white rice
- 1can cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cupslow-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoononion powder
- 1 teaspoongarlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder; arrange them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the rice, cream of mushroom soup, and chicken broth until combined.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken, ensuring the rice is fully submerged.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to add frozen peas or carrots for extra nutrition.
For a twist, substitute cream of mushroom with cream of chicken soup.
Nutrition
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Protein: 21g