Description
Hearty midwestern angel chicken and rice casserole delivers comfort on a plate with creamy ranch-infused chicken nestled over fluffy rice. Simple ingredients create a satisfying meal families will enjoy together.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Dairy and Creamy Components:
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) package cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Flavor and Base Ingredients:
- 1 can condensed golden mushroom soup
- 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 packet dry Italian salad dressing mix
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Create a golden sear on chicken breasts in a skillet with olive oil and butter over medium heat, cooking approximately 3-4 minutes per side until nicely browned.
- Craft a luxurious sauce by whisking cream cheese, golden mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, Italian dressing mix, and chicken broth until completely smooth and well-incorporated.
- Nestle the seared chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish, then generously pour the creamy sauce evenly across the meat.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 35-40 minutes, ensuring chicken reaches perfect tenderness and is thoroughly cooked.
- Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and gently fold in pre-cooked rice, allowing the grains to absorb the rich, creamy sauce.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for a vibrant finishing touch and serve immediately while warm and inviting.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner protein option that cooks evenly and absorbs flavors quickly.
- Swap golden mushroom soup with cream of mushroom for a more traditional taste profile if preferred.
- Experiment with different herbs like thyme or rosemary to enhance the casserole’s aromatic depth and personalize the flavor.
- For gluten-free adaptation, replace Italian dressing mix with gluten-free seasoning blend and use cornstarch instead of traditional thickeners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 524 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 960 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg