Chicken and rice is a dump casserole, but please note that we COOK THE RICE first in this dish. This makes sure the rice is complete while the chicken is done baking. While there are other recipes with uncooked rice, I am particular about tender, soft, and not over-baked chicken. Before getting started on the recipe, throw the rice in a rice cooker, so it's ready for you when you assemble and begin cooking dinner.