Description
Skinny Chicken and Rice Casserole is a deliciously comforting dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with fluffy rice in a creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this guilt-free casserole is not only easy to prepare but also customizable. Enjoy the rich flavors and heartwarming aromas that make it a family favorite while keeping your health goals intact.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 can (10.5 oz) low-fat cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- In a large bowl, combine the rice, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth; mix well.
- Layer half of the rice mixture in the baking dish. Place the seasoned chicken on top and cover with the remaining rice mixture.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165?F (75?C).
- Uncover during the last 10 minutes to brown the top. Let sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (about 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg