Savory One-Pan Chicken and Rice Bake
This Savory One-Pan Chicken and Rice Bake is a delightful comfort food dish that's incredibly easy to prepare. With tender chicken breasts baked to golden perfection atop a flavorful bed of creamy mushroom soup-infused rice, this dish captures the essence of home-cooked meals. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family gathering, it combines simplicity and taste like no other. Inspired by cherished family recipes, this dish promises to bring smiles and satisfaction around your dinner table.
6
Servings
300
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce can)
Dry onion soup mix
1/4-1/2 (ounce packet)
Raw rice
1 (cup)
Water
2 (cups)
Chicken breast halves
6 (washed)
Butter
as needed (dotted on top)
Salt
to taste (for seasoning)
Pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
Pam cooking spray
as needed (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Lightly grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish with Pam cooking spray to prevent sticking.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, 1/4 package of dry onion soup mix, raw rice, and water. Stir until well blended.
4
Pour the rice mixture into the prepared casserole dish, ensuring it is evenly spread out.
5
Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry. Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture in a single layer.
6
Dot the chicken breasts with small pats of butter and season generously with salt and pepper according to your taste.
7
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil to retain moisture while baking.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. After baking, remove the foil and return to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
9
Once done, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious chicken and rice bake!
Nutrition Information
12.5g
Fat
25g
Carbs
22g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory One-Pan Chicken and Rice Bake?
It is a comfort food dish featuring tender chicken baked over a bed of creamy mushroom soup-infused rice.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What oven temperature is required?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit or 200 degrees Celsius.
What size casserole dish should I use?
You should use a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
What type of soup is needed?
The recipe calls for one 10.5 ounce can of cream of mushroom soup.
Do I use raw or cooked rice?
You use 1 cup of raw rice for this bake.
How much water is added to the rice?
You need to add 2 cups of water.
What kind of chicken is used?
The recipe uses 6 chicken breast halves.
How do I prepare the chicken before cooking?
Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry before placing them on the rice.
How do I prevent the food from sticking to the pan?
Lightly grease the casserole dish with Pam cooking spray.
How much dry onion soup mix should I use?
Use between 1/4 and 1/2 of an ounce packet of dry onion soup mix.
How is the rice mixture prepared?
Combine the cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, raw rice, and water in a large bowl and stir until blended.
How should the chicken be arranged in the dish?
Place the chicken breasts in a single layer on top of the rice mixture.
Why is butter added to the chicken?
Small pats of butter are dotted on the chicken to add moisture and flavor while baking.
Should the dish be covered while baking?
Yes, cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil to retain moisture during the initial baking period.
What is the total baking time?
Bake covered for 1 hour, then uncovered for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
What is the safe internal temperature for the chicken?
The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit or 74 degrees Celsius.
Why is the foil removed for the last 10-15 minutes?
Removing the foil allows the chicken to become golden brown.
Should I let the dish rest after taking it out of the oven?
Yes, let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 300 calories per serving.
How much protein is in this dish?
Each serving contains 22g of protein.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is 12.5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 25g of carbohydrates per serving.
What seasonings are used?
The chicken is seasoned generously with salt and pepper to taste.
Is this recipe considered easy to prepare?
Yes, it is described as an incredibly easy one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Is this a good dish for families?
Yes, it is a comfort food dish designed for cozy family gatherings.
Is the onion soup mix necessary?
The dry onion soup mix is used to capture the intended savory flavor profile and essence of the home-cooked meal.
Does the rice need to be spread evenly?
Yes, ensure the rice mixture is evenly spread out in the prepared casserole dish.
What is the primary flavor profile of the rice?
The rice is infused with a creamy mushroom soup flavor.
Is this a one-pan recipe?
Yes, it is a convenient one-pan chicken and rice bake.