Amazing Forgotten Chicken

By Muhammad Faizan

Amazing Forgotten Chicken

Description

“Amazing Forgotten Chicken” earns its name because it requires almost no work—just assemble the ingredients, place the dish in the oven, forget it, and come back to a perfectly tender, creamy, and flavorful chicken-and-rice meal. The chicken stays juicy, the rice turns buttery and infused with savory flavor, and the whole dish feeds the family with minimal effort.

⭐ FULL RECIPE

Ingredients

  • 4–6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 2 cups long-grain white rice (uncooked, not instant)

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup

  • 1 packet (1 oz) dry onion soup mix (e.g., Lipton)

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for extra richness)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  3. Spread uncooked rice evenly in the bottom of the dish.

  4. In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and cream of mushroom soup until smooth.

  5. Pour the soup mixture over the rice. Do not stir.

  6. Place chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture.

  7. Sprinkle with dry onion soup mix, pepper, and garlic powder.

  8. Dot with butter if desired.

  9. Cover tightly with foil.

  10. Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes), or until the chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.

  11. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Covering tightly with foil is essential so the rice cooks properly.

  • Long-grain white rice cooks best; other types may require adjustments.

  • If using thicker chicken breasts, pound lightly or slice in half to ensure even cooking.

  • The dish thickens as it cools.

Tips for Best Results

  • Don’t use instant rice—it will turn mushy.

  • Add vegetables such as mushrooms, peas, or broccoli for a complete one-pan meal.

  • Substitute chicken thighs for even juicier meat.

  • For extra flavor, season the chicken with paprika or poultry seasoning before adding the soup mix.

  • If rice seems slightly underdone, cover again and return to the warm oven for 10 minutes.

Servings

  • Makes 4–6 servings, depending on chicken size.

Estimated Nutritional Information

(Per serving, based on 6 servings)

  • Calories: ~430

  • Protein: ~34 g

  • Carbohydrates: ~40 g

  • Fat: ~14 g

  • Fiber: 1 g

  • Sodium: High (due to soups and soup mix)
    Values vary with brands used.

Benefits

  • Minimal prep—perfect for busy nights or beginner cooks.

  • One-pan meal: no separate rice pot or complicated steps.

  • High in protein from the chicken.

  • Comforting, creamy, and family-friendly.

  • Flexible recipe that allows easy substitutions or add-ins.

Q & A

Q: Can I use brown rice?

A: Not recommended—brown rice needs more liquid and longer cooking. If you must use it, increase broth to 3 cups and bake closer to 2 hours.

Q: Can I make it ahead?

A: Yes. Assemble the dish, cover, refrigerate, and bake within 24 hours. Add 10 extra minutes to the cooking time.

Q: Can I cook it uncovered?

A: No. The foil creates steam needed to cook the rice.

Q: Can I freeze it?

A: The cooked dish freezes well. Store in airtight containers for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of broth.

Q: Can I use different soups?

A: Yes! Cream of celery, cream of onion, or cream of mushroom/chicken combos work well.

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