Fowl Affair

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Servings: 5 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A comforting one-pan meal with tender poultry, creamy soups, and fluffy rice
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Fowl Affair

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 5 Calories: 179.2

Description

This Fowl Affair is a classic comfort food dish that brings the ease of a crockpot meal to your oven. By layering chicken or pheasant breasts over a bed of rice and condensed soups, the meat steams gently in its own juices while the rice absorbs the savory flavors. The result is tender, juicy poultry paired with a rich, creamy vegetable-rice mixture. It is a perfect solution for busy weeknights when you want a hearty, satisfying dinner without the hassle of multiple pots. The simplicity of the ingredients allows the natural flavors of the game or poultry to shine through, making it a family-friendly favorite that is as easy to prepare as it is delicious to eat.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177&# 194;°C).
  2. Grease a large roaster pan or baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle the 2 cups of dry rice evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. Spoon the cans of cream of mushroom, cream of celery, and cream of chicken soups over the rice.
  5. Pour the 4 cups of hot water over the rice and soup mixture, then stir gently to combine.
  6. Place the chicken or pheasant breast halves on top of the soup and rice mixture.
  7. Sprinkle parsley evenly over the top of the poultry.
  8. Cover the pan tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours, or until the rice is tender and the poultry is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 179.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.0g14%
Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
Cholesterol 66.8mg23%
Sodium 61.5mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 20.2g41%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This recipe allows for flexibility with the type of poultry used. While chicken breasts are standard, you can substitute them with pheasant or grouse breasts, split in half, for a gameier flavor.

Ensure the pan is covered tightly during the entire cooking process to trap steam, which helps cook the rice and keeps the meat moist. If using foil, crimp the edges well.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water or broth to restore moisture.

For added nutrition and color, consider steaming some green vegetables like peas or green beans to serve alongside the dish.

Keywords: chicken, pheasant, grouse, rice, comfort food, one-pan, oven-baked, easy dinner, family meal, condensed soup, creamy rice, game bird, roast chicken, simple recipe, weeknight meal, hearty, protein, classic, homestyle, oven, main course
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