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Amazing Forgotten Chicken

The Amazing Forgotten Chicken is an effortless, all-in-one casserole featuring tender chicken, flavorful rice, and a rich sauce. This “set it and forget it” recipe is ideal for busy weeknights when you need a comforting meal with minimal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts(about4–5breasts)
  • 2 cupsMinute rice
  • 1can cream of mushroom soup(10.5 oz)
  • 1can cream of chicken soup(10.5 oz)
  • 1can water(useoneof the soup cans to measure)
  • 1envelope Lipton onion soup mix
  • 1 tablespoonbutter(for greasing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven:Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with the butter.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with the butter.
  3. Prepare the Rice Mixture:In a medium bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, Minute rice, and water. Stir well to combine.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, Minute rice, and water. Stir well to combine.
  5. Assemble the Casserole:Pour the rice mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.Arrange the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture.
  6. Pour the rice mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
  7. Arrange the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture.
  8. Add Seasoning:Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the chicken breasts.
  9. Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the chicken breasts.
  10. Bake:Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice has absorbed the liquid.
  11. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice has absorbed the liquid.
  12. Serve:Remove from the oven, let it sit for a few minutes, then serve hot. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley.
  13. Remove from the oven, let it sit for a few minutes, then serve hot. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Optional Add-Ins: For extra flavor, add frozen peas or carrots to the rice mixture before baking.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Substitutions: Substitute cream of celery soup if preferred, or use brown Minute rice for a heartier texture.