Forgotten Chicken Recipe (Easy Baked Chicken & Rice)
This Forgotten Chicken is a simple, set-it-and-forget-it dish made with tender chicken, creamy rice, and a flavorful seasoning blend. It’s the perfect comfort meal for busy nights—just mix, bake, and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika optional
- ½ tsp dried thyme optional
- 1 tbsp butter cubed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish
- In the baking dish, mix uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme until well combined
- Place chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture and gently press them in
- Dot the top with butter cubes for extra flavor
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Remove foil and check if the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should be 165°F or 75°C)
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving
Notes
• For extra flavor, season the chicken with additional spices before placing it in the dish
• Use brown rice for a heartier version, but increase the baking time by about 15-20 minutes
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave