Here’s a comforting, old-school recipe for Amazing Forgotten Chicken named because you can “forget it” in the oven and come back to a perfectly tender, flavorful meal! This dish is creamy, savory, and super easy a one-pan wonder perfect for busy nights.
🍗 AMAZING FORGOTTEN CHICKEN
🔸 Serves: 4–6
🔸 Prep Time: 10 mins | Bake Time: 1.5 to 2 hours
✅ Ingredients:
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4–6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked, NOT instant)
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or use cream of celery for variation)
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1 cup water or chicken broth
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1 packet (1 oz) dry onion soup mix (like Lipton)
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: ½ cup sliced mushrooms or diced bell peppers
🔹 Instructions:
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). -
Mix Base:
In a bowl, stir together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, water (or broth), and rice. Season with a little salt and pepper if desired. -
Assemble the Dish:
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Pour the rice mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Lay the raw chicken breasts on top of the mixture.
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Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the chicken.
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Bake Covered:
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Cover the dish tightly with foil.
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Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F/74°C).
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Rest & Serve:
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Let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving to allow the rice to finish absorbing the liquid.
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Garnish with parsley if desired.
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🧀 Optional Add-ons:
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Add ½ cup shredded cheddar on top in the last 10 minutes of baking.
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Stir in frozen peas or corn before baking for a one-pan meal.
📝 Notes:
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Don’t lift the foil during baking — it traps steam, which is key to cooking the rice perfectly.
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Can also be made with bone-in chicken, but increase cooking time slightly.