Description
This No-Peek Chicken Casserole is a creamy, savory blend of chicken, rice, and flavorful soups, all baked to perfection in one pan. It’s called “no-peek” because, once covered, you let it bake undisturbed, allowing the ingredients to cook evenly and flavors to meld without any extra work.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Minute Rice (brown or white)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can of water (use soup can to measure)
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing the pan)
- 1 envelope Lipton Onion Soup Mix
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter to prevent sticking and add extra flavor.
- Combine the Minute Rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and water in a medium bowl. Mix well.
- Pour the rice and soup mixture into the prepared baking pan.
- Arrange the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture.
- Sprinkle the Lipton Onion Soup Mix evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil to trap steam, helping to cook the rice and keep the chicken tender.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and rice is tender. Do not lift the foil during baking.
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Rice Substitutions: If you prefer using regular rice instead of Minute Rice, increase the cooking time and the amount of water for proper rice texture.
- Adding Vegetables: To make it a one-pan meal, consider adding chopped vegetables, like carrots or bell peppers, to the rice mixture before baking.
- Healthier Option: For a lighter dish, use low-sodium or reduced-fat versions of the soups.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 231 kcal