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Creamy Chicken & Rice

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This creamy chicken and rice casserole is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. Tender chunks of chicken breast are saut&# 195;©ed with earthy sliced mushrooms and garlic, then combined with fluffy chicken-flavored rice. The mixture is enriched with low-calorie cream of mushroom soup and tangy non-fat sour cream, creating a rich, velvety sauce without the heavy guilt. Topped with a crunchy mixture of cracker crumbs, melted margarine, and poppy seeds, this dish offers a delightful contrast in textures. It bakes to golden perfection, making it an ideal choice for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep. Simple ingredients come together to create a hearty, satisfying meal that feels homemade.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 424.0
Dietary: Gluten-free, Low-cal
Description
This creamy chicken and rice casserole is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. Tender chunks of chicken breast are saut&# 195;©ed with earthy sliced mushrooms and garlic, then combined with fluffy chicken-flavored rice. The mixture is enriched with low-calorie cream of mushroom soup and tangy non-fat sour cream, creating a rich, velvety sauce without the heavy guilt. Topped with a crunchy mixture of cracker crumbs, melted margarine, and poppy seeds, this dish offers a delightful contrast in textures. It bakes to golden perfection, making it an ideal choice for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep. Simple ingredients come together to create a hearty, satisfying meal that feels homemade.
Ingredients
  • 6 7/8 ounce Package. chicken flavor rice **
  • 2 1/4 cup Hot water
  • 1 cup Sliced mushrooms
  • 1 1/2 pound Skinned, boned chicken breas
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2
    Cut the skinned, boned chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  3. 3
    In a large nonstick skillet, cook the chicken-flavored rice mix according to package directions, using 1 tablespoon margarine and 2-1/4 cups hot water.
  4. 4
    Once the rice is done, remove it from the skillet and set aside in a bowl.
  5. 5
    Wipe out the skillet with a paper towel and coat lightly with cooking spray.
  6. 6
    Place the skillet over high heat until hot, then add the chicken pieces, sliced mushrooms, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  7. 7
    Sauté the chicken and mushrooms for about 6 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink in the center.
  8. 8
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, the chicken mixture, 3/4 cup non-fat sour cream, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1 can low-calorie cream of mushroom soup. Stir well to combine.
  9. 9
    Spoon the mixture evenly into a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
  10. 10
    In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup cracker crumbs, 1 teaspoon melted margarine, and 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds.
  11. 11
    Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the chicken and rice mixture.
  12. 12
    Bake for 35 minutes, or until the dish is thoroughly heated and the topping is golden brown.
  13. 13
    Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Can be frozen in single servings for quick microwave reheating.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 424.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.8g32%
Saturated Fat 5.7g29%
Cholesterol 153.0mg51%
Sodium 143.9mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 2.0g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 48.3g97%

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

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