Creamy Almond Chicken Bake

Creamy Almond Chicken Bake
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    15

Indulge in the comforting embrace of our Creamy Almond Chicken Bake. This delightful casserole features tender chicken breasts nestled in a bed of fluffy rice, enveloped in a luscious, cheesy, and nutty sauce, and crowned with a satisfyingly crunchy topping. A guaranteed family favorite!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    66 g
  • Cholesterol
    161 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    53 g
  • Saturated Fat
    24 g
  • Sodium
    2437 mg
  • Sugar
    9 g
  • Fat
    106 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

Spread bread crumbs into a wide, shallow bowl. Press chicken breast halves into bread crumbs to coat thoroughly. Gently pat chicken to remove any loose crumbs. Place coated breasts onto a plate while breading the rest; do not stack. (10 minutes)

03

Step

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in hot oil to brown completely, 3 to 5 minutes per side. (15 minutes)

04

Step

Spread rice evenly into the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking dish. Arrange browned chicken breasts atop the rice. (5 minutes)

05

Step

In a bowl, mix together ranch dressing, cream of celery soup, mozzarella cheese, and slivered almonds. Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken and rice, ensuring the chicken is completely covered. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the ranch dressing mixture and then generously top with crushed potato chips. (10 minutes)

06

Step

Bake in preheated oven until the topping is golden brown and the chicken is no longer pink in the center, 30 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). (40 minutes)

07

Step

Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider toasting the slivered almonds lightly before adding them to the sauce.
Feel free to substitute other types of soup, such as cream of mushroom or cream of chicken, based on your preference.
If you're watching your sodium intake, use low-sodium ranch dressing and soup.
To prevent the potato chips from burning, you can add them during the last 15 minutes of baking.
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Colten Schimmel

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 5 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Mary Barrowspfeffer

    I was skeptical about the ranch dressing, but it totally works! The dish is so creamy and flavorful.

  • Michele Ohara

    Make sure not to overcook the chicken; otherwise, it can become dry.

  • Mateo Hirthe

    I added a sprinkle of paprika for a touch of color and flavor.

  • Richard Christiansen

    Easy to follow instructions and a crowd-pleasing dish. What more could you ask for?

  • Josefina Terry

    This recipe is a winner! The potato chips add such a fun, unexpected crunch.

  • Elfrieda Borer

    My kids absolutely loved this! A great way to get them to eat chicken.

  • Morton Gleichner

    Next time, I'm going to try using different flavored potato chips for an extra kick.

  • Easton Orn

    Doubled the recipe for a large family gathering, and it was a huge hit.

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