Baked Chicken Breasts And Rice Recipe

This one-pan wonder is a family favorite! Juicy, flavorful baked chicken breasts cook alongside fluffy rice in a creamy, sherry-infused sauce. This recipe, passed down from a coworker, is incredibly easy and delivers amazing results. For best results, use bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts for maximum flavor and tenderness. Get ready for a delicious and effortless weeknight meal!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 165 mins
Calories 643.3 kcal
Protein 72g
Rating 4.4 (5 Reviews)
Baked Chicken Breasts And Rice

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Baked Chicken Breasts And Rice

  • White Rice
  • Cream Of Chicken Soup
  • Cream Of Celery Soup
  • Cream Of Mushroom Soup
  • Sherry Wine
  • Slivered Almonds
  • 2 (6-ounce) bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

How to Make Baked Chicken Breasts And Rice

  1. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Wash and dry 2 (6-ounce) bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts.
  3. Place 1 ½ cups uncooked long-grain white rice in the bottom of a 9x11 inch baking pan.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, ½ cup dry sherry, and 4 tablespoons butter until smooth.
  5. Pour about ½ cup of the soup mixture over the rice to moisten.
  6. Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  7. Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the rice.
  8. Pour the remaining soup mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
  9. Sprinkle ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, ¼ cup slivered almonds, and 1 teaspoon paprika over the chicken and rice.
  10. Bake uncovered for 2 ½ hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

65g

Carbs

12g