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Budget-Friendly Cheesy Chicken and Rice Bake

Est. Cost: $7.47 | $1.87 per person

Estimated cost based on featured sale items only. Does not include common pantry staples (oil, salt, spices, etc.).

One-Pot MealsEasyPrep: 10 minCook: 45 minServes: 4

A comforting one-dish dinner that uses simple ingredients and sale chicken to feed the whole family without breaking the bank.

Ingredients

  • 2 lb Bowl & Basket Chicken Drumsticks and Thighs (On Sale: $1.49 lb)

  • 8 oz Bowl & Basket Shredded Cheese (On Sale: $1.99)

  • 1 packet Ben's Ready Rice (On Sale: 2/$5)

  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice

  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth

  • 1 can cream of chicken soup

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 2: Spread uncooked rice evenly in bottom of dish.

Step 3: Mix chicken broth and cream of chicken soup, pour over rice.

Step 4: Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, arrange on top of rice.

Step 5: Cover tightly with foil and bake 40 minutes.

Step 6: Remove foil, sprinkle shredded cheese over top.

Step 7: Bake uncovered 5-10 minutes more until cheese melts and chicken reaches 165°F.

Step 8: Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Chef's Tip: Use leftover rotisserie chicken to make this even faster. Cover with foil for first 30 minutes to keep rice moist.

Save by using Chicken drumsticks and thighs on sale are more affordable than breasts and stay moist during baking. and Serve with Steamed broccoli or green beans.

Sale Prices Valid July 19, 2026 to July 25, 2026

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