Description
This recipe for Best Baked Chicken with Cream of Chicken Soup offers a comforting and flavorful meal. Tender chicken bakes in a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 pieces of chicken (breasts or thighs)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for searing)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. If desired, sear the chicken in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- In a bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and onion soup mix. Mix well until smooth and fully blended.
- Place the seared chicken in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the soup mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- After baking, remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the chicken to brown slightly.
- Ensure the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
- Allow the chicken to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired for an added touch of flavor and color.
Notes
- Experiment with seasonings like garlic powder, paprika, or Italian seasoning for an extra flavor boost to your baked chicken.
- Serve a fresh green salad to balance the richness of the creamy chicken.
- You can use different cuts of chicken like drumsticks or a whole chicken; adjust baking time accordingly.
- For a curry flavor twist, add a tablespoon of curry powder to the soup mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top during the last 10 minutes of baking for a cheesy delight.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Freeze baked chicken in individual portions for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Boneless chicken can be used, but may cook faster, so monitor its temperature.
- Serve with rice, noodles, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
- You can marinate the chicken the night before for advanced preparation.
- Cream of mushroom soup or a homemade creamy sauce can substitute cream of chicken soup.
- Check labels for gluten-free options if needed, as some soups and mixes may contain gluten.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: N/A