Description
This No-Peek Chicken Casserole recipe combines tender chicken breasts with creamy rice and mixed vegetables in a rich soup-based sauce. Baked to perfection with minimal prep and a hands-off cooking approach, this one-dish meal is comforting, flavorful, and perfect for an easy family dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Topping
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (optional, for brushing chicken)
- 1 tablespoon onion soup mix
Rice and Vegetables
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
Soup Mixture
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Rice and Soup Base: In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, uncooked rice, frozen mixed vegetables, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the soup and rice mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Lay the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture in an even layer.
- Add Seasoning and Optional Brush: Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the chicken breasts. If desired, brush the chicken with olive oil or melted butter to add richness and promote browning.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap steam and ensure even cooking. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes, without lifting the foil or peeking.
- Check and Rest: After baking, ensure the chicken is fully cooked and the rice is tender. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and for easier serving.
Notes
- Use regular long-grain rice; instant rice will become mushy in this recipe.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted for breasts for a juicier result.
- For a cheesy variation, add shredded cheddar cheese on top during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Do not peek while baking as it affects cooking time and texture.
