Easy Chicken with Rice Casserole

Gluten Free
Health score
12%
Easy Chicken with Rice Casserole
135 min.
5
402kcal

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Are you looking for a comforting and delicious meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than this Easy Chicken with Rice Casserole! This gluten-free dish is not only simple to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it the perfect choice for lunch or dinner. With just a few ingredients, you can create a hearty meal that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.

Imagine tender, juicy chicken breast halves nestled atop a bed of creamy rice, infused with the rich flavors of cream of celery and cream of chicken soups. The addition of paprika adds a subtle warmth and a beautiful color to the dish, making it as visually appealing as it is tasty. Plus, the convenience of a one-pan meal means less cleanup, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your meal with loved ones.

This casserole is not only easy to make but also provides a balanced caloric breakdown, with a good mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. With a total cooking time of just over two hours, you can set it in the oven and let it do its magic while you relax or prepare a side salad. Whether you're hosting a family gathering or simply looking for a weeknight dinner solution, this Easy Chicken with Rice Casserole is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. Give it a try, and watch it quickly become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • cup rice long-grain white uncooked
  • 10.5 oz campbell's® condensed cream of celery soup canned
  • 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup with herbs soup canned
  • 1.5 cups water 
  •  chicken breast halves bone-in with skin
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • teaspoon paprika 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix uncooked rice, both soups and water; pour into baking dish.
  2. Arrange chicken, skin side up, over rice mixture.
  3. Brush chicken with melted butter; drizzle with any remaining butter.
  4. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover tightly with foil.
  5. Bake 1 1/2 hours. Uncover; bake 20 to 30 minutes longer or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (at least 165°F).

Nutrition Facts

Calories402kcal
Protein29.42%
Fat31.69%
Carbs38.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.84
Glycemic Load
19.65
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
17.149565162866%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:401.6kcal
20.08%
Fat:13.85g
21.31%
Saturated Fat:5.27g
32.95%
Carbohydrates:38.25g
12.75%
Net Carbohydrates:37.27g
13.55%
Sugar:1.21g
1.35%
Cholesterol:95.67mg
31.89%
Sodium:897.88mg
39.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.93g
57.87%
Vitamin B3:12.81mg
64.06%
Selenium:44.03µg
62.9%
Vitamin B6:0.92mg
46.09%
Phosphorus:318.77mg
31.88%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.27%
Vitamin B5:2.66mg
26.64%
Potassium:558.63mg
15.96%
Copper:0.27mg
13.48%
Vitamin K:13.66µg
13.01%
Vitamin A:647.1IU
12.94%
Magnesium:45.52mg
11.38%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.09%
Vitamin E:1.65mg
11%
Iron:1.73mg
9.6%
Zinc:1.33mg
8.88%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.08%
Calcium:47.78mg
4.78%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.32%
Fiber:0.98g
3.91%
Folate:10.23µg
2.56%
Vitamin C:1.54mg
1.86%