Creamy Chicken and Herb Rice Bake
Equipment
- roasting pan
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken cut into parts
- 1 package herb rice mix e.g., Uncle Ben's long grain wild rice, not instant
- 1 can cream of celery soup
- 1 package onion soup mix
- 2 soup cans water
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a roasting pan with butter.
- Pour the dry herb rice mix into the buttered roasting pan, spreading it evenly.
- Arrange the chicken parts on top of the rice in the roasting pan.
- Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the chicken.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of celery soup with 2 soup cans of water.
- Stir until well mixed.
- Pour the soup mixture over the chicken and rice in the roasting pan, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the roasting pan with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- After 1 hour and 30 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for another 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
- During the last 30 minutes of baking, pour the melted butter over the chicken for added flavor and moisture.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
Pair this creamy chicken and herb rice bake with a light-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or a medium-bodied red wine like Merlot. These wines will complement the creamy texture and savory flavors of the dish, enhancing the overall dining experience.Nutrition values
Calories: 400 kcal | koolhydraten: 35 g | Eiwitten: 20 g | Vet: 20 g | Suiker: 2 g