Description
Discover the joy of Forgotten Chicken and Rice, a comforting casserole that marries convenience with flavor. This delightful dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, offering a hearty meal that pleases everyone at the table. With its creamy texture and tender chicken, this recipe shines as a classic favorite that requires minimal prep time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups instant rice (white or brown)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 envelope onion soup mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1–2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, water, and uncooked instant rice; mix well.
- Pour the mixture into the greased casserole dish evenly.
- Stir in any optional ingredients like frozen vegetables or cheese if desired.
- Place raw chicken breasts on top and sprinkle with onion soup mix.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 60 minutes without lifting the foil.
- Check for doneness; chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Optionally broil for 3–5 minutes for a golden top before letting it rest for 5–10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg