One Pot Angel Chicken Rice (Printable Version)
Creamy chicken and rice casserole with Italian seasoning, baked in one pot for easy cleanup.
# What You'll Need:
→ Poultry
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Rice & Grains
02 - 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
→ Dairy
03 - 1 cup heavy cream
04 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
→ Broth & Sauces
07 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
08 - 1 packet (1 oz) dry Italian dressing seasoning mix
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Vegetables
10 - 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
11 - 1 cup fresh baby spinach
→ Spices & Herbs
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
14 - 1/4 tsp dried thyme
15 - 1/4 tsp paprika
→ Garnish
16 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F.
02 - In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
03 - Stir in the rice and toast for 2 minutes, ensuring it is coated in butter and aromatics.
04 - Add chicken broth, heavy cream, cream cheese, Parmesan, Italian dressing seasoning, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika. Stir until the cream cheese melts and the mixture is combined.
05 - Arrange the chicken breasts over the rice mixture. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken. If using, add baby spinach by tucking it into the sides.
06 - Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid or aluminum foil. Bake for 40 minutes.
07 - Uncover, check that the rice is tender and the chicken cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). If needed, bake 5-10 minutes longer. Optionally, broil for 2 minutes to brown the top.
08 - Rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything happens in one pot, so you get maximum comfort with minimum cleanup
- The cream sauce creates the most velvety coating on rice without any separate sauce making
02 -
- The rice continues absorbing liquid while resting, so dont panic if it looks slightly loose when you first uncover it
- Cream cheese can leave small lumps if the mixture is too cold when you add it, so let everything warm up a bit first
03 -
- Season your chicken lightly with salt and pepper before placing it on the rice
- If the rice is still crunchy after 40 minutes, add a few tablespoons of water and cover again