Description
Cheesy chicken and rice is the ultimate comfort meal that combines succulent chicken, creamy cheese, and fluffy rice into one irresistible dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this one-pot wonder is easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite veggies or spices. With its delightful aroma and golden top, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Get ready to warm hearts and fill bellies with every cheesy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ? cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ? tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375?F (190?C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Place them in a single layer in the baking dish.
- Evenly distribute the uncooked rice over the seasoned chicken.
- In a bowl, mix the chicken broth, cheddar cheese, and sour cream until well combined. Pour over the rice and chicken.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg