Creamy Chicken & Rice – EBT-Friendly & Under $6
Ingredients:
- 1 can chicken (drained)
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1-2 pinches Salt ((add as needed))
- 1 cube bouillon for richness ((add as needed))
- pepper ((add as needed))
- garlic powder ((add as needed))
Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.
Instructions
-Add rice, water, and optional bouillon cube to a pan.
-Add the cream of chicken soup and stir until smooth.
-Add the canned chicken and frozen vegetables.
-Bring to a simmer, then cover.
-Cook 15–18 minutes, stirring halfway, until rice is tender and creamy.
-Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
-Serve hot — cozy, filling, and can be used with EBT.
This Creamy Chicken & Rice is the ultimate comfort meal for tight budgets, busy nights, or uncertain times. Made entirely from EBT-approved pantry staples, it costs less than six dollars total and comes together in one pan. It’s warm, filling, creamy, and designed to help families stretch every dollar without sacrificing flavor or nutrition. Perfect for anyone who just wants a cheap, stress-free dinner.
EBT-Approved Grocery List + Prices
(Prices match Dollar Tree / Walmart / ALDI levels.)
Canned chicken — $1.25
Rice (1 cup from a $2 bag) — $0.50
Cream of chicken soup — $1.25
Frozen mixed vegetables — $1.25
Seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic) — $0.10
Optional: bouillon cube — $0.10
TOTAL COST: $4.35 – $4.60
(Feeds 2–3 people.)
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