Creamy Chicken and Pea Rice Bake
This delightful creamy chicken and pea rice bake is a comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, aromatic onion, and sweet peas in a rich and creamy sour cream sauce. Baked to perfection, every spoonful bursts with flavor and warmth.
ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups chicken stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
In a large skillet, sauté the onions until translucent and slightly caramelized.
- 3.
Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook until lightly browned.
- 4.
Stir in the rice and cook for an additional minute, allowing it to slightly toast.
- 5.
Pour in the chicken stock and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
- 6.
Reduce the heat, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is almost cooked.
- 7.
Stir in the frozen peas and sour cream, mixing until well combined.
- 8.
Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and cover with foil.
- 9.
Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and the top is golden and crispy.
- 10.
Allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before serving.
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