If you're looking for a flavorful and healthy dish that the whole family can enjoy, look no further than skinny chicken and rice casserole. This easy-to-make dish is packed with protein, vegetables, and brown rice, making it a nutritious and filling meal. Plus, it's low in calories and fat, so you can enjoy it without guilt. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying dinner on the table in no time.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MOM'S CHICKEN & RICE
Old-fashioned chicken and rice, lightened up for the perfect Sunday dinner.
Provided by Star @ the skinny-ish dish
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cut the chicken breast into small, uniform bite-size pieces.
- In a large bowl, add chicken breast, soup mix, cream of chicken soup, water, and rice. Mix well until combined.
- In a lightly sprayed casserole dish, add the chicken and rice mixture. Cover tightly with tin foil.
- Place into the oven for 1 hour.
- After removing from the oven, fluff the rice with a fork. Serve and enjoy!
SKINNY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
Easy Skinny Chicken and Rice Casserole using NO cream soups and made in about 30 minutes!
Provided by Jenn
Categories Main
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Spray a 2 quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
- In a skillet, heat oil. Add green onions and mushrooms. Cook until tender.
- Add chicken. Sprinkle with flour. Cook for one minute, stirring constantly. Stir in milk, bring to a boil and cook for 3 minutes, or until thick and bubbly.
- Add brown rice. Fold in Greek yogurt, mayo and salt and pepper. Pour into prepared casserole dish.
- Top with cheese and bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese melts and it's bubbly around the edges.
SKINNY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.1/5)
Provided by á-48467
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Spray a 2 quart casserole dish with cooking spray. In a skillet, heat oil. Add green onions and mushrooms. Cook until tender. Add chicken. Sprinkle with flour. Cook for one minute, stirring constantly. Stir in milk, bring to a boil and cook for 3 minutes, or until thick and bubbly. Add brown rice. Fold in Greek yogurt, mayo and salt and pepper. Pour into prepared casserole dish. Top with cheese and bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese melts and it's bubbly around the edges.
SKINNY CHICKEN, RICE, AND BEANS BAKE
91% less sat fat • 46% less cholesterol than the original recipe. Shave 20 grams of fat and a third of the calories and sodium by making a few simple adjustments, such as skinning the chicken pieces, that don't sacrifice flavor.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour, 1 teaspoon of the chili powder, the salt, and pepper. Add half of the chicken pieces. Seal bag; shake to coat. Repeat with remaining chicken pieces.
- In a very large skillet, brown chicken on all sides in hot oil over medium heat about 10 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside; discard drippings in skillet. Add beans, undrained tomatoes, tomato juice, corn, uncooked rice, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, the cayenne pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Bring to boiling. Transfer rice mixture to a 13x9x2-inch baking dish or 3-quart rectangular casserole. Arrange chicken pieces on top of rice mixture.
- Bake, covered, for 45 to 50 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and drumsticks) and rice is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 1/3 cups, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
EASY AND DELICIOUS CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
This recipe is so easy to make. Just cover with foil and bake! This is really nice to make before going to church or even put in a slow cooker before work. Yum!
Provided by J. Saunders
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Spread rice in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Rinse chicken and pat dry; arrange chicken pieces on top of rice.
- Mix soup and water together and pour over chicken and rice. Sprinkle dry onion soup mix on top. Cover and seal TIGHTLY with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 59.6 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 958.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
Everyone loves this dish-I consider it the best chicken and rice casserole recipe because it's a tasty combination of hearty and crunchy ingredients mixed in a creamy sauce. It's a time-tested classic. -Myrtle Matthews, Marietta, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, combine first 7 ingredients. In a large bowl, combine soups, mayonnaise, lemon juice and salt. Pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat., Sprinkle with potato chips and paprika. Bake until heated through, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 26g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 804mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
EASY CREAMY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
Quick to put together and super delicious. My family loves this easy chicken recipe and everyone I have made it for asks for it!
Provided by Tiffany J Brooks
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a deep 9x13-inch (or larger) baking dish with cooking spray.
- Mix chicken stock, condensed soups, melted butter, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.
- Spread rice on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with cubed chicken. Carefully pour stock-soup mixture over top, being careful it doesn't overflow. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over top to cover.
- Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is cooked through and cheese is nicely browned, 60 to 75 minutes, depending on size of chicken cubes. Remove from the oven and cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 115.3 mg, Fat 32.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 30.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.3 g, Sodium 1533.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
SKINNY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE RECIPE
Provided by Ellan
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 2 quart casserole dish with cooking spray. In a skillet, heat oil. Add green onions and mushrooms, cook until tender. Add chicken, Sprinkle with flour. cook for one minute, stirring constantly. Stir in milk, bring to a boil and cook for 3 minutes, or until thick and bubbly. Add brown rice. Fold in Greek yogurt, mayo, salt and pepper. Pour into prepared casserole dish. Top with cheese and bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese melts and it's bubbly around the edges.
Tips:
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner dish.
- Cook the chicken breasts ahead of time and shred them to save time.
- Use brown rice for a healthier option.
- Add vegetables such as broccoli, carrots, or celery to the casserole for a more nutritious meal.
- Use low-fat cheese or a non-dairy alternative to reduce the fat content.
- Top the casserole with bread crumbs or crushed crackers for a crispy topping.
- Serve the casserole with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
This skinny chicken and rice casserole is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make this casserole even healthier and more delicious. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this skinny chicken and rice casserole a try.
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