Description
Boiled chicken with rice is a simple, nutritious, and flavorful one-pot dish. The chicken is cooked alongside the rice, allowing its juices to infuse into the grains, creating a savory, tender meal. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, offering a satisfying combination of protein and carbohydrates. The recipe can easily be adapted with different vegetables, spices, or types of rice, making it versatile and suited for various dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups minute rice
- 1 can cream of chicken
- 1 can cream of mushroom
- 1 can cream of celery
- Chicken pieces – you can use bone in or boneless
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- Spray baking dishes with nonstick spray.
- Mix rice and soup.
- Place chicken on top.
- Cover with foil. Bake for 90 minutes.
- Happy eating
Notes
- Chicken: You can use any cut of chicken you prefer, such as breasts, thighs, drumsticks, or even a whole chicken. Thighs and drumsticks are more forgiving in terms of overcooking, as they stay tender and juicy.
- Rice: Long grain white rice works well for this recipe, but jasmine or basmati rice can be used for a more aromatic flavor. If you prefer a healthier option, brown rice or wild rice adds more fiber but requires longer cooking times.
- Liquid: Using chicken broth instead of water enhances the flavor of the rice and makes the dish more savory. You can also opt for low-sodium broth if you are watching your salt intake.
- Vegetables and Add-ins: Feel free to customize the dish by adding vegetables like carrots, peas, or bell peppers during the cooking process. Spices such as garlic, cumin, or turmeric can also be added to elevate the flavors.
- Texture: The rice will absorb the liquid as it cooks, so it’s important to monitor the water-to-rice ratio and avoid overcooking the rice, which can make it mushy.
- Cooking Time: Cooking times will vary depending on the type of rice and the size of the chicken pieces. White rice generally takes about 15-20 minutes to cook, while brown or wild rice may take 30-40 minutes.