Angel Chicken Rice
This comforting dish combines tender chicken, buttery rice, and a creamy sauce for the ultimate cozy meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
- 3 cups cooked rice fluffy
- 1/2 cup butter cubed, room temperature
- 8 oz cream cheese cubed, room temperature
- 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 packet Italian dressing mix
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese divided
Seasonings
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, Italian dressing mix, and chicken stock to the skillet. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Fold in the cooked chicken, making sure it’s fully coated in the creamy sauce.
- Add the cooked rice and stir gently until everything is evenly mixed.
- Stir in 1 cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm!
Notes
Feel free to add extra veggies or use different types of cheese to make this dish your own!
