Description
Skinny Chicken and Rice Casserole is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, creamy rice, and colorful vegetables for a satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this casserole is easy to prepare and packed with flavor. Its nostalgic aroma will fill your kitchen, making it an instant favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) low-fat cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme; place them in the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix the rice, chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, and frozen vegetables until well combined.
- Pour the rice mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 60 minutes or until the rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Fluff the rice with a fork and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of casserole (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg