Sheet Pan Chicken and Rice Casserole

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 35 mins

Difficulty: Easy

Servings: 4 Servings

There are so many cuisines that have some variety of chicken and rice — you can’t deny that it’s a winning combination. This classic dish is packed with nostalgia points for the grown-ups, plus, it’s something even the kids will love. And as fall hits and back-to-school routines kick into full-swing, this all-time favorite comfort food is the perfect choice for an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 teaspoons Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker, divided
3 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
8 ounces green beans, trimmed and halved
8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 400ºF.
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the onion and sauté until soft and lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and 2 teaspoons of the Hidden Valley® Ranch Seasoning and cook for 30 seconds more. Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Meanwhile, prepare the rice and chicken.
Place a rimmed baking sheet on a flat, heatproof surface. Add the rice and spread into an even layer. Toss the chicken with the remaining 1 teaspoon Hidden Valley® Ranch Seasoning.
Carefully pour the boiling broth over the rice. Evenly top with the chicken, green beans, and tomatoes. Cover the baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil. Slide the oven rack out halfway with oven mitts. Use the oven mitts to place the baking sheet on the rack, trying to keep the pan as level as possible so that broth doesn't slosh. Slide the oven rack back into the oven.
Bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and fluff the rice with a fork. Sprinkle with the cheese. Bake uncovered until the cheese melts and the rice is creamy, 5 to 7 minutes more. Serve immediately.