One Dish Chicken and Rice Bake
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this One Dish Chicken and Rice Bake—a fuss-free, flavor-packed recipe perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Tender, juicy chicken thighs rest atop a bed of perfectly seasoned, creamy long-grain white rice, enhanced with the rich flavors of chicken broth, onion and garlic powders, and a touch of dried thyme. A sprinkle of paprika adds a subtle warmth, while a drizzle of melted butter ensures a golden finish. The best part? This hearty meal comes together in a single baking dish, saving you time on cleanup. With just 10 minutes of prep and an hour in the oven, this easy chicken and rice casserole is a satisfying, one-pan wonder you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
In the baking dish, combine the rice, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, onion powder, garlic powder, and dried thyme. Stir everything until well mixed.
Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.
Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture in the baking dish.
Drizzle melted butter evenly over the chicken and rice for added richness and flavor.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to ensure the rice cooks properly and does not dry out.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is golden and the rice is tender.
Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1573 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.8 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.2 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 586 mg | 195% | |
| Sodium | 4958 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.8 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 125.8 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 355 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1834 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
