Creamy Ranch Chicken & Rice Bake

Tools Needed

• 9×13-inch baking dish or casserole dish

• Large mixing bowl

• Measuring cups

• Measuring spoons

• Wooden spoon or silicone spatula

• Sharp kitchen knife

• Cutting board

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked long-grain rice

• 2 cups chicken broth

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup

• 1 packet dry ranch seasoning

• 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cubed or whole)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar or Colby-Jack cheese

• ½ cup milk

• Salt & pepper (to taste)

• Optional topping: chopped parsley or bacon bits

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F

2. Spray a 9×13 baking dish

3. Spread uncooked rice evenly in the dish

4. Whisk together:

   • Chicken broth

   • Cream of chicken soup

   • Milk

   • Ranch seasoning

5. Pour mixture over rice and stir lightly

6. Place chicken on top (season lightly with salt & pepper)

7. Cover tightly with foil

8. Bake 45 minutes

9. Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top

10. Bake 5–10 more minutes until melted

11. Rest 5 minutes before serving

✔ Creamy
✔ No stirring halfway
✔ Family-approved