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Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Rice (Oven Method)
A comforting baked dish combining tender chicken, mushrooms, and rice in a creamy sauce, perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 pound chicken breast diced
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 1 cup rice long-grain or jasmine
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 whole onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- to taste salt and pepper salt and pepper
Garnish
- to taste parsley fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare ingredients.
- In an oven-safe skillet, sauté onion in olive oil until translucent, then add garlic and thyme. Add chicken, season, and brown slightly.
- Add mushrooms and cook until soft. Stir in rice, then pour in broth and cream. Mix well.
- Cover and bake for 25-30 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Ensure rice is fully submerged in liquid for even cooking.