Baked Chicken and Rice

Thu, 07/09/2009 - 17:35
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A simple and classic dinner recipe for a layered casserole of chicken, rice, spinach and chicken broth. If you are looking for something delicious, wholesome and low on effort, this recipe for baked chicken and rice is perfect for you.

Ingredients: 

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup long grain rice (uncooked)
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped

Directions: 

Preheat oven to 400 deg. F.
Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer in a baking dish.
Combine the rice, chicken broth, tomatoes, onion, garlic and oregano in a medium bowl. Stir in the chopped spinach. Layer the mixture over the chicken. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 35-40-minutes at 165 deg. F till both the chicken and rice are cooked through.

Tips: 

For best results, use plain, long-grained rice.