A fun, customizable meal where fluffy rice is topped with a creamy chicken gravy and a mountain of your favorite toppings. Perfect for family dinners and potlucks, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and ready in under 40 minutes.
Prep15 min
Cook25 min
Servings6
Serving size: 1 serving
755cal
44gprotein
82gcarbs
28g
Ingredients
2 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
4 cup water (for cooking rice)
1.5 tsp salt (divided)
1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
2 tbsp butter (unsalted)
1 pcs yellow onion (medium, finely chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
21 oz condensed cream of chicken soup (two 10.5 oz cans)
This hawaiian dish is perfect for lunch. With 755.03 calories and 44.42g of protein per serving, it's a nutritious choice for your meal plan.
fat
1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
0.5 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
1.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
20 oz canned pineapple tidbits (one can, drained well)
2 cup crispy chow mein noodles (for topping)
4 pcs green onions (thinly sliced, for topping)
Instructions
1
Cook the Rice
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents clumping.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 4 cups of water, and 1 tsp of salt. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 5-10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork just before serving.
2
Prepare the Creamy Chicken Gravy
While the rice is cooking, melt the butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the condensed cream of chicken soup, milk, and chicken broth. Whisk continuously until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
Add the shredded cooked chicken, the remaining 0.5 tsp of salt, and the black pepper. Stir to combine everything well.
Bring the gravy to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld and the gravy to thicken slightly. Keep it warm until ready to serve.
3
Set Up Toppings and Assemble
While the gravy simmers, prepare your toppings. Place the shredded cheese, drained pineapple, chow mein noodles, and sliced green onions into separate small bowls to create a toppings bar.
To assemble, place a generous scoop of fluffy rice in the bottom of each serving bowl.
Ladle a hearty portion of the creamy chicken gravy over the rice.
Let everyone customize their own haystack by piling on their favorite toppings. Serve immediately.