One Pot Angel Chicken Rice (Printable)
Tender chicken and rice bake in a creamy, savory sauce with Italian seasonings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Poultry
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
→ Rice & Grains
02 - 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
→ Dairy
03 - 1 cup heavy cream
04 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
→ Broth & Sauces
07 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
08 - 1 packet (1 oz) dry Italian dressing seasoning mix
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Vegetables
10 - 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
11 - 1 cup fresh baby spinach
→ Spices & Herbs
12 - 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
13 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
14 - 1/4 tsp dried thyme
15 - 1/4 tsp paprika
→ Garnish
16 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
# How To Cook:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
03 - Stir in rice and toast for 2 minutes, ensuring it is coated in butter and aromatics.
04 - Add chicken broth, heavy cream, cream cheese, Parmesan, Italian dressing seasoning, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika. Stir until cream cheese melts and mixture is combined.
05 - Arrange chicken breasts over rice mixture. Spoon some sauce over chicken. If using, tuck baby spinach into the sides.
06 - Cover pot with tight-fitting lid or aluminum foil. Bake for 40 minutes.
07 - Uncover, check rice is tender and chicken cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). If needed, bake 5-10 minutes longer. Optionally, broil for 2 minutes to brown top. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
08 - Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one pot so you spend less time cleaning and more time enjoying your evening
- The creamy sauce and tender chicken feel like a hug after a long chaotic day
- Leftovers reheat beautifully for lunch the next day
02 -
- The rice continues absorbing liquid while resting so do not worry if the sauce looks thin when you first uncover it
- Using an oven-safe pot means you do not have to transfer anything which saves time and dishes
- Covering tightly during the first bake is crucial or the rice will not cook through properly
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry before placing it on the rice to help it brown better
- Let the cream cheese soften completely so it incorporates smoothly without lumps