Description
Hearty no-peek chicken casserole delivers comfort straight from Southern kitchens, blending creamy textures with simple, rustic ingredients. Savory layers of tender chicken, rice, and velvety sauce promise a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb (454 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Starches:
- 2 cups Minute Rice (brown or white)
Flavor Enhancers and Liquid Base:
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can of water (use soup can to measure)
- 1 envelope Lipton Onion Soup Mix
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan by generously coating with butter to enhance flavor and prevent sticking.
- In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly blend Minute Rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and water until completely incorporated.
- Transfer the rice and soup mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading evenly across the bottom.
- Carefully position chicken breasts atop the rice mixture, ensuring they are uniformly distributed.
- Liberally dust the entire surface with Lipton Onion Soup Mix, creating a flavorful seasoning layer.
- Hermetically seal the pan with aluminum foil, creating a tight barrier that will lock in moisture and steam.
- Place the covered casserole in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C), allowing it to slowly cook for 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Resist the temptation to peek or lift the foil during cooking, as this will disrupt the delicate cooking process.
- Verify chicken’s doneness by ensuring it is fully cooked and the rice has reached a tender consistency.
- Remove from oven and permit the casserole to rest briefly, allowing flavors to meld and settle before serving.
Notes
- Make sure chicken breasts are similar in size for even cooking, preventing dry or undercooked sections.
- Use low-sodium soups to control salt content, especially for those watching sodium intake.
- Replace regular rice with brown rice for added fiber and nutritional boost, adjusting liquid quantities accordingly.
- Consider using alternative protein like turkey breast or firm tofu for different dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg