The photo is for the “Amazing Forgotten Chicken” style of baked chicken and creamy rice. The recipe shown online with the same ingredient wording uses 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, a 10.5-oz can of cream of chicken soup, 1 cup long-grain rice, dry onion soup mix, and 1½ cups water.
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Important: There are several versions of Forgotten Chicken. Some use only cream of chicken soup, while others add cream of mushroom/celery soup. The recipe below follows the version matching the text visible in your picture.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
About 150–200 g each
1 cup (about 190–200 g) uncooked long-grain white rice
1 can (10.5 oz / 298 g) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 packet dry onion soup mix — approximately 1 oz / 28 g
1½ cups (360 ml) water
¼ teaspoon black pepper, optional
¼–½ teaspoon paprika, optional
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, optional
For the baking dish
1 tablespoon butter or cooking spray
Optional flavor additions
These aren’t necessary for the basic recipe, but you can add:
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon paprika
½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
½–1 cup frozen peas and carrots
½ cup sliced mushrooms
Chicken broth instead of some/all of the water for a richer flavor
Several published variations add cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, butter, or vegetables, so these are variations rather than requirements for the version pictured.
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Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat the oven
Set your oven to:
350°F / 175°C
Grease a 9 × 13-inch (23 × 33 cm) baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. Prepare the rice mixture
Put the 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice into the bottom of the baking dish.
In a bowl, whisk together:
1 can cream of chicken soup
1½ cups water
½ teaspoon garlic powder, if using
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Mix until the soup is reasonably smooth.
Pour the mixture over the uncooked rice and spread it evenly.
3. Add the chicken
Place the 4 chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture.
Try to use chicken breasts of roughly similar thickness so they cook evenly.
Season lightly with black pepper and paprika if desired.
Don’t add much salt yet because the canned soup and onion-soup mix can already contain quite a lot of sodium.
4. Add the onion soup mix
Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the chicken.
This is what gives the dish much of its savory onion flavor.
5. Cover VERY tightly
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
This is important.
The rice needs the trapped steam and liquid to cook properly. The classic method is deliberately very hands-off: cover it and let it bake without repeatedly opening the oven.
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6. Bake
Place the covered dish in the 350°F / 175°C oven.
Bake for approximately:
1 hour 20 minutes–1 hour 30 minutes
Start checking around 1 hour 15 minutes because chicken breast sizes and ovens vary.
The rice should be tender and the chicken should reach a minimum internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C at the thickest part.
Some versions specify the full 1½ hours without removing the foil.
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7. Optional browning
If you’d like the chicken to look more like the golden chicken in the photograph:
Remove the foil during the last 10–15 minutes.
You can lightly brush the chicken with:
1 teaspoon melted butter, or
a little olive oil
Then allow it to brown.
This step is optional; keeping it covered produces softer, more tender chicken.
8. Rest
Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5–10 minutes.
Gently fluff the creamy rice around the chicken before serving.
Finish with chopped fresh parsley or thyme.
What the finished dish should be like
The bottom should have soft, creamy, savory rice, while the chicken should be tender and coated with the creamy onion sauce.
The rice absorbs the soup, water, and chicken juices while everything cooks together, which is the main reason this recipe requires so little hands-on work.
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Tips for Perfect Forgotten Chicken
Don’t use instant rice unless you adjust the recipe
The standard version calls for uncooked long-grain white rice. Instant rice cooks much faster and can become mushy if treated the same way. One recipe variation recommends adding instant rice later in the baking process.
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Don’t uncover too early
Opening the foil repeatedly allows steam to escape and can leave the rice undercooked.
Chicken breasts too thick?
If your breasts are very large, gently pound them to an even thickness.
Rice still crunchy?
Add a little hot chicken broth or water, cover tightly again, and bake another 10–20 minutes.
Rice too wet?
Let the casserole rest uncovered for 5–10 minutes after baking. The rice will continue absorbing liquid.
Want juicier chicken?
Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead. This is a commonly suggested substitution because thighs tolerate longer cooking better.
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Easy Vegetable Version
For a complete one-dish meal, add:
½ cup frozen peas
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup sliced mushrooms
Add the vegetables to the rice mixture before placing the chicken on top.
Frozen vegetables work particularly well because they don’t require pre-cooking.
Cheesy Version
During the last 10 minutes of cooking:
Remove the foil.
Sprinkle 1–1½ cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella over the chicken and rice.
Return to the oven uncovered.
Bake until the cheese melts and lightly browns.
Creamy Mushroom Version
For a richer casserole, use:
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1½ cups water or chicken broth
1 cup rice
4 chicken breasts
1 packet onion soup mix
This is another commonly published Forgotten Chicken variation.
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Cream of Chicken Soup Substitute
If you don’t have canned cream of chicken soup, make a quick substitute:
You’ll need
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
¾ cup chicken broth
¼ cup milk
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Black pepper
Method
Melt butter.
Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in chicken broth.
Add milk.
Simmer until thick.
Use approximately 1¼ cups of the homemade mixture in place of one 10.5-oz can.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes. Boneless, skinless thighs work particularly well and are less likely to dry out than very lean chicken breasts.
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Can I use brown rice?
You can, but don’t simply substitute it 1:1 and expect the same result. Brown rice generally requires more liquid and a longer cooking time.
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Can I use chicken broth instead of water?
Yes. It gives the rice a deeper chicken flavor. Several versions use broth rather than water.
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Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Assemble the casserole, cover it, and refrigerate it until you’re ready to bake. For food safety and predictable cooking, don’t leave raw chicken sitting at room temperature.
Can I freeze leftovers?
Yes, although the rice texture can become somewhat softer after freezing and reheating. Cool leftovers promptly, package airtight, and reheat until thoroughly hot.
How long do leftovers keep?
A conservative guideline is 3–4 days refrigerated in a sealed container.
Why is it called “Forgotten Chicken”?
The name refers to the hands-off cooking method: after assembling and tightly covering the casserole, you put it in the oven and essentially “forget” about it while it cooks.
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Can I make it in a slow cooker?
Some published versions give slow-cooker adaptations, but the rice-to-liquid ratio and cooking time need adjustment. A typical adaptation is around 6–7 hours on LOW or 3–4 hours on HIGH.
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Why did my rice turn mushy?
Usually one of three things:
Too much liquid
Instant rice was used instead of long-grain rice
It was baked substantially longer than necessary
Why is my rice crunchy?
Usually the opposite problem: insufficient liquid or steam escaping because the foil wasn’t sealed tightly. Add a little hot liquid, cover securely, and continue baking.
What to Serve With It
Because this already contains chicken and rice, keep the sides light:
Steamed broccoli
Roasted carrots
Green salad
Green beans
Cucumber salad
Garlic bread
Simple sautéed spinach
Simple dinner plate
Forgotten Chicken + creamy rice + steamed broccoli + green salad
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