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One-Pot Chicken and Rice: A Hearty, Homestyle Comfort Meal

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A nostalgic, soul-soothing one-pot meal combining tender chicken tenders, aromatic vegetables, and creamy rice, inspired by Southern classics and perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 pound frozen boneless, skinless chicken tenders
  • 3 celery ribs, roughly chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (Carolina Gold preferred)
  • 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • Freshly ground black pepper, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a Dutch oven or large oven-safe pot, bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the salt and frozen chicken tenders. Boil uncovered until the chicken is mostly cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add the chopped celery and onion to the pot and stir to combine.
  4. Stir in the rice and the can of cream of chicken soup. Mix well.
  5. Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 45 minutes.
  6. Remove the pot from the oven. Using two forks, shred the chicken tenders into bite-sized pieces. Stir the shredded chicken back into the rice mixture.
  7. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste, if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Add peas, carrots, or bell peppers for extra color and nutrition.
  • Include a bay leaf or thyme sprig during cooking for aroma.
  • For spice, add crushed red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
  • Swap cream of chicken soup with sour cream and chicken broth for tanginess.
  • Store leftovers airtight in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months.
  • Reheat with a splash of water or broth to loosen rice if needed.
  • Use gluten-free soup for a gluten-free version.
  • Replace chicken with tofu or tempeh and vegetable broth for vegetarian version.

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