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Dump and Bake Chicken and Rice Casserole: The Ultimate One-Pan Comfort Meal

A creamy, one-pan Dump and Bake Chicken and Rice Casserole featuring succulent roasted chicken thighs with crispy golden skin nestled in a velvety ivory cream sauce and tender white rice grains.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Components
  • 1.5 lbs Bone-In, Skin-On Chicken Thighs Approx. 680g
  • 1.5 cups Long-Grain White Rice Approx. 285g, uncooked
  • 10.5 oz Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup One 298g can
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth 475ml, low sodium preferred
  • 0.5 cups Heavy Cream 120ml
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder 5g
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder 5g
  • 1 tsp Coarsely Cracked Black Pepper 2g, plus more for garnish
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 Rectangular White Ceramic Baking Dish Ceramic provides even heat distribution.
  • 1 Aluminum Foil Required for a tight seal to steam the rice.

Method
 

Prep and Mix
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a 9x13 inch white ceramic baking dish, whisk together the rice, broth, condensed soup, heavy cream, garlic powder, and onion powder until the liquid is a smooth ivory color.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and coarse black pepper. Place them skin-side up on top of the rice mixture.
  2. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes until rice grains are soft.
  3. Remove foil, increase heat to 425°F (220°C), and bake for 15-20 minutes until chicken skin is golden-brown and rendered.

Nutrition

Calories: 540kcalProtein: 26gFat: 32gFiber: 1g

Notes

Ensure chicken is patted completely dry for maximum skin crispiness.
Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the ivory sauce to thicken perfectly.
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