Description
A comforting and delicious French Onion Chicken Rice Bake that combines tender chicken, flavorful rice, and rich onion soup for a perfect family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Swiss or Gruyere)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced chicken until cooked through.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, French onion soup, sour cream, and water. Mix well.
- Add the cooked chicken to the rice mixture and stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or garlic.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Rice Bake, Cozy Dinner, Chicken Bake, Comfort Food