While Dolly Parton hasn’t officially published a “signature” casserole, fans and Southern cooks have long attributed a beloved 5-ingredient chicken and rice casserole to her no-fuss, big-hearted cooking style. Inspired by her Appalachian roots and love for feeding folks with ease, this dish is creamy, satisfying, and ready with minimal effort—just like Dolly herself.
“It ain’t fancy, honey—but it’ll fill your belly and warm your soul.” — In the spirit of Dolly
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🥣 Only 5 ingredients—pantry staples!
- ⏱️ 10 minutes prep, 1 hour bake
- 💛 One baking dish = easy cleanup
- 💸 Costs under $8—feeds 6 generously
- 🌾 Naturally nut-free & easily gluten-free (use GF soup)
Ingredients You’ll Need
(9×13-inch baking dish; serves 6)
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional: ½ tsp garlic powder, chopped parsley, or shredded cheddar on top
💡 Pro Tips:
- Use uncooked rice—it absorbs liquid as it bakes.
- Don’t stir after assembling—rice sinks and cooks evenly.
- Cover tightly with foil—traps steam for tender chicken and fluffy rice.
Step-by-Step Instructions (Creamy, One-Dish, Foolproof)
1. Prep & Preheat
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Layer Ingredients
- Place chicken cubes in the bottom of the dish.
- In a bowl, mix both soups and chicken broth until smooth.
- Pour evenly over chicken.
- Sprinkle uncooked rice evenly on top—do not stir.
