“Forgotten Chicken and Rice” is a classic, easy-to-make casserole dish that gets its name from the cooking method: once you put it in the oven, you can essentially “forget” about it until it’s done. It’s a comforting, one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Here’s a simple recipe to try:
Forgotten Chicken and Rice
Ingredients:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom for variation)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of celery soup
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth (or water)
- 1 packet dry onion soup mix (like Lipton)
- 4-6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- Salt, pepper, and paprika (to taste)
- Optional: 1 cup frozen peas, carrots, or mixed vegetables
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the rice mixture: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, combine the uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, chicken broth, and dry onion soup mix. Stir well to combine.
- Add vegetables (optional): If using, stir in the frozen vegetables.
- Season the chicken: Place the chicken pieces on top of the rice mixture. Season generously with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cover and bake: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Check for doneness: After 1 hour, remove the foil and check if the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). If needed, bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Serve: Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can brown the chicken in a skillet before baking.
- Substitute the cream soups with a homemade white sauce if you prefer a from-scratch version.
- Leftovers reheat well and taste even better the next day!
Let me know if you’d like more variations or tips! 😊
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