Description
Discover the simplicity and deliciousness of Forgotten Chicken and Rice, a one-pan wonder that transforms your weeknight dinners into a comforting feast. This creamy chicken casserole combines tender chicken breasts with a flavorful rice mixture of cream of chicken and mushroom soups, creating a dish that’s not only easy to prepare but also perfect for busy evenings or family gatherings. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can pop it in the oven and relax while it bakes to perfection. Customize it with your favorite veggies or spices, and impress your guests or family with minimal effort. It’s no wonder this satisfying meal quickly becomes a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Minute rice (white or brown)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) water
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 envelope Lipton onion soup mix
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9×13 baking pan with butter.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, water, and Minute rice; mix until blended.
- Pour the rice mixture into the greased baking pan and top with the chicken breasts.
- Sprinkle the Lipton onion soup mix over the chicken.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1 to 1½ hours until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Optional: Add shredded cheese during the last 10 minutes for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg