Description
Amazing Forgotten Chicken is a comforting, easy-to-make casserole featuring tender chicken breasts baked atop a flavorful mixture of cream soups and Minute rice, seasoned with Lipton onion soup mix. This one-dish meal is perfect for busy weeknights, delivering a creamy, savory dish with minimal prep and clean-up.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Rice & Soups
- 2 cups Minute rice
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (about 10.5 oz)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (about 10.5 oz)
- 1 can of water (use one of the soup cans for measurement, about 10.5 oz)
Seasoning & Fats
- 1 envelope Lipton onion soup mix (approx. 1 oz)
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing the casserole dish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Prepare the Casserole Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with 1 tablespoon of butter to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, Minute rice, and one can of water. Stir until the rice is fully coated and the mixture is evenly combined.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the rice and soup mixture into the greased casserole dish and spread it out evenly. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts on top, ensuring they are spaced evenly across the dish.
- Add the Finishing Touches: Sprinkle the entire envelope of Lipton onion soup mix evenly over the chicken breasts to enhance the flavor.
- Bake the Dish: Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil to keep moisture in and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes. The chicken should be fully cooked through, and the rice tender.
- Serve: Once baked, remove the foil and let the casserole sit for a few minutes to settle. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting chicken and rice casserole.
Notes
- You can substitute the Lipton onion soup mix with homemade onion soup seasoning for a lower sodium option.
- Ensure the chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking; pounding them gently can help.
- Covering tightly with foil is key to preventing the dish from drying out during baking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- For a creamier texture, you can stir in a bit of milk or sour cream before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
