Description
This hearty and comforting casserole combines tender boneless chicken breasts with creamy mushroom and chicken soups, flavorful Lipton onion soup mix, and quick-cooking Minute rice. Baked to perfection, the dish is an easy, one-pan meal ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Dairy
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp butter (for greasing)
Grains
- 2 cups Minute rice
Soups and Seasoning
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can water (use one of the soup cans for measurement)
- 1 envelope Lipton onion soup mix
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the casserole.
- Prepare Casserole Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, Minute rice, and one can of water, ensuring the rice is evenly coated with the soup mixture.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the rice and soup mixture into the greased casserole dish and spread it evenly. Place the chicken breasts on top, spaced evenly across the surface.
- Add Seasoning: Sprinkle the entire envelope of Lipton onion soup mix evenly over the chicken breasts to infuse them with savory flavor.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the casserole tightly with aluminum foil to trap moisture and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Using Minute rice ensures the rice cooks fully within the baking time without becoming mushy.
- Ensure the foil is tightly sealed to keep moisture in; this helps cook the chicken evenly and keeps the rice moist.
- You can substitute the fun Lipton onion soup mix with your favorite onion or herb seasoning blend if preferred.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
