Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Zesty Lazy Day Creamy Chicken & Rice Dinner Casserole. Tender chicken, creamy mushroom sauce, and fluffy rice meld together to create a dish that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this casserole is sure to become a cherished staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and thyme; place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine rice and broth; stir in cream of mushroom soup and minced garlic until mixed well.
- Pour the rice mixture over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are covered.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving; drizzle with extra soy sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg