Forgotten Chicken and Rice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish.
  2. Prepare the Rice Base
    In a large bowl, mix together the rice, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and water until well combined.
  3. Add the Mixture to the Baking Dish
    Pour the rice mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.
  4. Add the Chicken
    Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture, spacing them evenly across the dish.
  5. Season the Chicken
    Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the chicken and rice. Drizzle the melted butter over the top.
  6. Cover Tightly
    Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. This helps trap the steam so the rice cooks perfectly.
  7. Bake the Dish
    Place the dish in the oven and bake for 1 hour 30 minutes without removing the foil. The chicken will become tender while the rice absorbs all the flavors.
  8. Rest Before Serving
    Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5–10 minutes before serving so the rice finishes absorbing the sauce.
  9. Garnish and Serve
    Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a little black pepper before serving.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty Level: Easy

Variations & Substitutions

  • Add vegetables such as peas, carrots, or sliced mushrooms to the rice mixture before baking.
  • Replace chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier option.
  • Use brown rice, but increase the baking time by about 20–25 minutes and add extra liquid.
  • Substitute cream of celery soup for a slightly different flavor.

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