Description

Meet the ultimate comfort food hero: Forgotten Chicken Casserole. This creamy, dreamy, “set it and forget it” dinner is pure weeknight magic—tender chicken breasts baked over fluffy rice in a savory, onion-kissed sauce that practically cooks itself. With just a few pantry staples and five minutes of prep, you’ll have a warm, hearty meal that fills your home with the most irresistible aroma. Perfect for busy nights, family dinners, or anytime you need something cozy and satisfying without the stress.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 packet dry onion soup mix
1½ cups water
Cooking spray or butter (for greasing)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Layer rice evenly across the bottom of the dish.
Place chicken breasts on top of the rice.
Mix soup & water in a bowl until smooth, then pour evenly over the chicken and rice. Do not stir.
Sprinkle onion soup mix evenly over the top.
Cover tightly with aluminum foil to trap steam.
Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes without peeking.
Rest covered for 5–10 minutes before serving to let the rice absorb the last of the sauce.

Notes

Add 1 cup of frozen veggies before baking for an all-in-one meal.
For cheesy goodness, top with shredded cheddar in the last 10 minutes.
Brown rice lovers: use 2 cups water and bake 1 hr 45 mins.
Always seal foil tightly—steam is the secret to perfect rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 410cal Per Serving
Fat: 18 g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 34g