Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe, a delightful one-dish meal perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This creamy casserole features tender chicken thighs nestled atop a bed of fluffy rice, all enveloped in a rich mushroom sauce. With its ease of preparation and minimal cleanup, this dish is set to become a staple in your dinner rotation. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or herbs for an added twist!
Ingredients
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- Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cups white rice, rinsed and drained
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 (10.5 oz) cans cream of mushroom soup
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 large bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9″x13″ baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine rice, onion, chicken broth, and cream of mushroom soup; season with salt and pepper.
- Place chicken thighs skin side up in the mixture; brush with melted butter and sprinkle with thyme and garlic.
- Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes until the rice is tender and chicken is cooked through. Broil for an extra 3 to 5 minutes for a crispy finish.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg