Ingredients
- 1.5-2 pounds chicken breast (4 small or 2 large cut in half lengthwise for thinner pieces)
- 10.5 ounce can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 1/3 cup chicken broth or water *see note
- 3/4 cup long grain rice not instant
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Method
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a small bowl, mix the seasonings together- salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and paprika.
- Combine Ingredients: In the baking dish, add the rice, half of the mixed seasonings, water or broth, and cream of mushroom soup. Whisk everything together until well combined and evenly distributed.
- Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture, ensuring they’re evenly spaced. Sprinkle the remaining seasoning evenly over the chicken.
- Bake: Cover the dish tightly with foil to lock in moisture. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes- 1 hour, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove the foil and fluff the rice gently with a fork to incorporate the juices. Serve the casserole warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, for a hearty, comforting meal.
Nutrition
Notes
- Soup Substitutions: Swap the cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken, cream of celery, or any creamy soup you prefer.
- Seasoning Adjustments: Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste.
- Chicken Options: Use chicken thighs instead of breasts if you prefer a juicier cut of meat.
- Cheesy Topping: For an extra indulgent touch, top the baked casserole with your favorite shredded cheese. Simply sprinkle the cheese over the casserole and return it to the oven for 5 minutes, or until melted and bubbly.
- Add Veggies: Enhance the dish by incorporating sliced mushrooms, broccoli florets, green beans, or carrots before baking.
- Rice Notes: If you choose to use brown rice, note that it will require an additional 15-30 minutes of bake time. Add an extra ½ cup of liquid to ensure the rice cooks properly.
- Prefer Less Creamy Rice? If you’d like your rice to be a bit firmer and less creamy, simply reduce the chicken broth to 1 cup.
- Oven Watch Tip: Every oven cooks a little differently! Start checking for doneness at the 45-minute mark. If the chicken isn’t fully cooked or the rice hasn’t absorbed most of the liquid, cover and return it to the oven for up to 15 more minutes (about 1 hour total cook time).