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Southern Chicken & Rice Skillet

Rotisserie chicken, rice, and creamy broth come together in one skillet—no casserole dish needed. A quick, cozy Southern dinner that tastes like it simmered all day.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
485
Protein
32g
Southern Chicken & Rice Skillet
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (condensed)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, ~60 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add uncooked rice and stir for 2 minutes until it turns golden and fragrant.

  3. 3

    Pour in broth and cream of mushroom soup, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.

  5. 5

    Stir in shredded chicken, frozen vegetables, and cheddar cheese. Cook uncovered 2 minutes until cheese melts.

  6. 6

    Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet with lid
  • wooden spoon

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