Forgotten Chicken Recipe (Easy One‑Dish Comfort Meal)
A cozy, one‑dish chicken and rice casserole that’s creamy, comforting, and ridiculously easy — perfect for busy weeknights when you want dinner done without drama.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups instant rice uncooked
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of celery soup
- 1 can water use empty soup can to measure
Protein
- 5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1 1/2 lbs
Seasoning
- 1 envelope onion soup mix
- butter for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13‑inch baking dish with butter.
- In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, instant rice, and water. Stir until smooth and evenly mixed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly to form a smooth bed.
- Place the chicken breasts directly on top of the rice and soup mixture, arranging them evenly.
- Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 90 minutes, until the chicken is tender and the rice has absorbed the liquid.
- Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with sides like a simple green salad or steamed green beans. Optional: top with parsley or a sprinkle of cheese.
Notes
This classic bake is forgiving — feel free to swap cream soups if needed. Add frozen peas or chopped bell peppers to the rice before baking for more color and nutrition.