Description
Savory angel chicken rice blends tender chicken with creamy sauce and aromatic herbs, creating a comforting meal that whispers pure comfort. Delightful flavors meld together, promising warmth and satisfaction with each delectable bite you’ll enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Base:
- 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup white rice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Sauce Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
- 2 tbsp butter
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F, preparing a spacious baking dish for the culinary creation.
- Season chicken breasts thoroughly with garlic powder, dried basil, salt, and black pepper, ensuring even coverage.
- Spread uncooked white rice evenly across the bottom of the baking dish, creating a foundational layer.
- Arrange seasoned chicken breasts directly on top of the rice layer.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cream cheese, heavy cream, Italian salad dressing, and melted butter until smooth and well-integrated.
- Gently pour the creamy sauce over the chicken and rice, making sure to distribute it uniformly.
- Pour chicken broth around the edges of the dish to help steam and moisten the rice during baking.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap moisture and ensure even cooking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until chicken is completely cooked through and rice is tender.
- Remove foil during the last 10 minutes of cooking to allow the top to slightly brown and crisp.
- Once done, let the dish rest for 5-7 minutes to allow sauce to settle and flavors to meld.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving for a vibrant, aromatic finish.
Notes
- Swap white rice with brown rice or quinoa for added nutrition and a nutty flavor profile.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and reduced-sodium broth to create a lighter version of the dish.
- For gluten-free option, select a gluten-free Italian dressing and verify ingredient compatibility.
- Enhance protein variety by substituting chicken with turkey or boneless pork chops for diverse meal experiences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Singaporean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 683
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 709 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 43 g
- Cholesterol: 151 mg