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stouffer's grandma's chicken and rice bake recipe

Stouffer's Grandma's Chicken and Rice Bake Recipe

Recreate the magic of Stouffer's grandma's chicken and rice bake recipe with this creamy, savory dish. Perfect comfort food for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 breasts boneless, skinless chicken
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup milk or cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • optional shredded cheddar cheese
  • optional fresh parsley or thyme

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Measuring cups
  • Mixing spoon
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
  4. Melt butter in the baking dish to create a nonstick layer.
  5. Spread the rinsed rice evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
  6. Pour chicken broth and cream of chicken soup over the rice, stirring gently to combine.
  7. Place seasoned chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture without overlapping.
  8. Tuck small pats of butter between the chicken pieces.
  9. Bake for 45 minutes, checking that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  10. If the rice needs extra cooking, cover loosely with foil and bake for additional time.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding fresh herbs or different cheeses for extra flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat with a splash of broth to maintain moisture. Consider doubling the recipe if you're serving a crowd—it's always a hit!
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