Description
Hearty Chicken and Rice Bake delivers pure Mediterranean comfort on a plate. Succulent chicken nestles with fluffy rice, releasing aromatic herbs and spices that promise warmth and satisfaction in each delicious bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (453 grams) boneless, skinless chicken fillets
Rice:
- 2 cups Minute Rice (brown or white)
Flavor Enhancers and Liquid:
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 soup can of water
- 1 envelope Lipton Onion Soup Mix
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) butter (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), creating an ideal cooking environment for the casserole.
- Generously coat a 9×13 inch (23×33 centimeter) baking dish with of butter, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking and enhance flavor.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine instant rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and 1 can of water, stirring until the mixture achieves a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Transfer the rice and soup blend into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a consistent base layer.
- Carefully arrange chicken fillets atop the rice mixture, positioning them to ensure even cooking and maximum flavor absorption.
- Uniformly sprinkle the Lipton Onion Soup Mix over the chicken, allowing the seasoning to penetrate the meat and infuse it with robust, aromatic flavors.
- Securely cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, creating a sealed environment that will help retain moisture and promote even cooking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the chicken is completely cooked through and the rice reaches a tender, fluffy texture.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify before serving.
Notes
- Prep Ahead: Grease the baking pan with butter to prevent sticking and add a subtle richness to the dish.
- Quick Mixing Tip: Combine rice, soups, and water in a single bowl for effortless blending and minimal cleanup.
- Seasoning Magic: Lipton Onion Soup Mix transforms ordinary chicken into a flavor-packed meal with minimal effort.
- Cooking Precision: Tightly cover with foil to trap moisture, ensuring tender chicken and perfectly cooked rice.
- Resting Matters: Allow the casserole to sit for a few minutes after baking to let flavors meld and intensify.
- One-Pan Wonder: This recipe offers a complete meal with protein, grains, and creamy sauce in a single baking dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg