Description
This One-Dish Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice combines tender chicken, garlic butter, and melted cheese in a creamy, comforting bake that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Cooked White Rice – 2 cups
Shredded Cooked Chicken – 2 cups
Butter – 3 tbsp
Garlic (minced) – 3 cloves
Cream of Chicken Soup – 1 can (10.5 oz)
Chicken Broth – ½ cup
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese – 1 cup (divided)
Dried Parsley – ½ tsp
Salt and Pepper – To taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Melt butter in a skillet, add garlic, and sauté for 1 minute.
3. In a large bowl, mix cooked rice, chicken, garlic butter, soup, and broth until smooth.
4. Stir in half of the mozzarella cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper.
5. Spread mixture evenly in dish and top with remaining cheese.
6. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
7. Let rest 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Add mushrooms, peas, or spinach for extra flavor.
Use a mix of mozzarella and cheddar for a bolder taste.
Make ahead and refrigerate overnight before baking.
Add cream cheese for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 300g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 40