
This No Peek Chicken Casserole is a delicious, no-fuss dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Made with tender chicken, rice, and a creamy blend of soups, it bakes to perfection in one dish—no stirring required! Just assemble, cover, and let the oven do all the work. The result? A flavorful, comforting meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika (plus extra for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Tender chicken and perfectly cooked rice are combined in a rich, creamy sauce for a hearty, comforting meal with minimal prep!
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rice, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
3️⃣ Assemble Casserole: Pour the rice mixture into the prepared baking dish. Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture. Sprinkle paprika over the chicken for extra color and flavor.
4️⃣ Cover and Bake: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Do not peek or remove the foil during cooking!
5️⃣ Serve: Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with your favorite side dish.
Nutrition (per serving, approx.):
- Calories: 380
- Protein: 35g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sodium: 980mg
Tips & Tricks
- No Peeking Rule: Keeping the foil sealed is essential to allow the rice to cook properly in the steam.
- Customize the Soup: Swap the cream of mushroom for cream of celery or cream of broccoli for a flavor twist.
- Add Veggies: Toss in frozen peas, carrots, or chopped broccoli for added nutrition.
- Cheese Topping: For a cheesy casserole, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
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