Description
A simple, hands-off casserole that combines chicken, rice, and vegetables in one dish for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups raw long-grain white rice
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced onions
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large baking dish, stir together the raw rice, chicken broth, diced onions, mixed vegetables, minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Spread the mixture flat.
- Arrange the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with extra salt and pepper if desired.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and return to the oven, baking for an additional 15–20 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and rice is tender.
- Let the casserole rest, uncovered, for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For variation, swap chicken breasts for thighs for a moister option. Use low-sodium broth and adjust salt accordingly. Add shredded cheese during the last 10 minutes for a cheesy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, one-pot meal, easy dinner, comfort food