Classic Forgotten Chicken
This Forgotten Chicken casserole truly lives up to its name. With minimal prep and basic pantry ingredients, you simply put everything together, slide it into the oven, and let it cook unattended. When it’s ready, you’ll have juicy chicken and tender rice baked together in a rich, creamy sauce—an ideal solution for busy weeknights.
Forgotten Chicken Casserole
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Minute rice | 2 cups |
| Cream of chicken soup | 1 can |
| Cream of celery soup | 1 can |
| Water | 1 can (measured using the soup can) |
| Boneless, skinless chicken breasts | 5 (about 1½ lbs) |
| Onion soup mix | 1 packet |
| Butter | For greasing the dish |
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously butter a 9×13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
2. Make the Rice Mixture
In a medium bowl, stir together the cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, and one can of water. Add the minute rice and mix until well combined.
3. Assemble the Casserole
Spread the rice mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange the chicken breasts on top in a single layer, then sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the chicken.
4. Bake
Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for approximately 90 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the rice has absorbed the liquid.
This one-dish Forgotten Chicken casserole delivers hearty comfort with almost no effort—perfect for nights when you want dinner to cook itself.
