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Chicken & Rice Bake (Easy One-Pan Comfort Dinner)

Some dinners just feel like home, and this Chicken & Rice Bake is exactly that kind of meal. It’s simple, comforting, and made with pantry staples most of us already have on hand. Everything cooks together in one dish, which means less cleanup and more time enjoying the evening with your family.

This is one of my favorite go-to dinners when I need something budget-friendly that still feels filling and homemade. The rice turns perfectly tender while the chicken stays juicy, and you can easily add vegetables if you want to stretch the meal even further.

If you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner that everyone at the table will recognize and love, this one never disappoints.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6
Best Season: Winter, Fall, Suitable throughout the year
Description

This easy Chicken & Rice Bake is a comforting one-pan dinner made with tender chicken, creamy rice, and simple pantry staples. It’s a budget-friendly family meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights and makes delicious leftovers.

Ingredients
  • 2 chicken breasts (or 4 chicken thighs)
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • ½ onion, diced
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Optional:
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika
Instructions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. 2
    Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  3. 3
    Stir together rice, cream soup, broth, and diced onion in the dish.
  4. 4
    Place raw chicken on top.
  5. 5
    Season chicken with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder or paprika.
  6. 6
    Cover tightly with foil.
  7. 7
    Bake for 1 hour.
  8. 8
    Remove foil and fluff rice before serving.
Note

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Read it online: https://budgetfriendlykitchen.com/recipe/chicken-rice-bake-easy-one-pan-comfort-dinner/
Taylor
Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi, I’m Taylor-a busy mom of two, food blogger, and the heart behind Budget Friendly Kitchen. I’m passionate about creating simple, affordable meals for families and love spending time in the kitchen, trying new recipes, and making memories with my family.