Forgotten Chicken and Rice
A savory and effortless dish that combines tender chicken and perfectly cooked rice in a creamy, flavorful sauce. It's a perfect weeknight dinner or potluck dish that's satisfying and comforting.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
- 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 oz, optional
- 1 can chicken broth 14.5 oz
- 1 envelope onion soup mix
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup (if using), chicken broth, and onion soup mix. Mix well to combine.
- Spread the rice mixture evenly in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture. Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- After 1 hour and 30 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
- Allow the dish to cool slightly before serving.