Description
This Amazing Forgotten Chicken is the ultimate no-fuss, one-pan dinner! Made with tender chicken, creamy soup, and flavorful onion soup mix, it’s a comforting casserole that practically takes care of itself – just set it and forget it!
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
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1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
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1 packet dry onion soup mix
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1 1/2 cups water
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Optional: 1/2 cup cream of mushroom soup for extra richness
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley or green onions
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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In the baking dish, combine the uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, and water. Stir until well mixed.
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Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture.
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Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the chicken.
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Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
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Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
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Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish if desired.
Notes
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Don’t peek while it bakes – keeping it covered ensures moist chicken and perfectly cooked rice.
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Try adding vegetables like chopped bell peppers or frozen peas before baking for a full one-dish meal.
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Great for meal prep – leftovers reheat beautifully!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Casserole / Main Dish
- Method: Baked
