Description
Whip up this Angel Chicken Rice Casserole when comfort calls and your kitchen craves a warm, satisfying dinner. Creamy, cheesy layers meld together for a simple meal that brings smiles to the table.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts
Dairy and Cheese:
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup milk
Base and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 cups white rice
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 375°F and coat a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Prepare 2 cups white rice according to package directions until fluffy and tender.
- Sprinkle 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp black pepper, and ¼ tsp salt across 4 chicken breasts.
- Melt ½ cup butter in a large skillet over medium heat until fully liquefied.
- Sear chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side, developing a rich golden crust.
- Transfer chicken to a separate plate, keeping the skillet with remaining butter.
- Whisk together 1 can cream of chicken soup, 1 cup sour cream, ¼ cup milk, 1 ranch dressing packet, and ½ cup parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Distribute cooked rice in an even layer across the bottom of your prepared baking dish.
- Arrange browned chicken breasts directly on top of the rice layer.
- Pour the creamy sauce evenly over chicken and rice, ensuring complete coverage.
- Seal the baking dish completely with aluminum foil.
- Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Uncover the casserole during the final 5 minutes to achieve a light golden surface.
- Allow the casserole to rest 5 minutes before serving to help flavors settle.
Notes
- Always use a meat thermometer to check chicken’s internal temperature, ensuring it reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- For extra flavor, consider toasting rice in butter before cooking to add a nutty, rich undertone to the casserole.
- Swap cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom or celery for different flavor profiles if desired.
- Low-sodium options work great for anyone watching salt intake, and Greek yogurt can replace sour cream for a healthier twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg