Savory Creamy Chicken Bake
This Savory Creamy Chicken Bake is the ultimate weeknight meal for busy families. With minimal prep time, this dish features tender, boneless chicken breasts enveloped in a rich and savory sauce made from cream soups and onion soup mix. Enhanced with the fresh flavors of carrots and potatoes, it offers a complete meal that pairs perfectly with rice, a crisp salad, and warm rolls. Effortlessly delicious, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breasts
4-6 (large)
garlic powder
to taste
salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
cream of mushroom soup
1 can (10 3/4 ounces)
cream of chicken soup
0.5 can (10 3/4 ounces)
Lipton onion soup mix
1 envelope (1 ounce)
butter or margarine
2 tablespoons
fresh carrots
1 cup (sliced or cubed)
fresh new potatoes
1 cup
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts in a large casserole dish, ensuring they are spaced evenly.
3
Season both sides of the chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
4
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and butter. Stir until well blended and warmed through. If the mixture is too thick, add up to 1/4 cup of water to achieve a smooth consistency.
5
Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken breasts.
6
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
7
After 25 minutes, carefully remove the foil and add the sliced or cubed fresh carrots and new potatoes around the chicken.
8
Re-cover the dish with foil and return it to the oven, baking for an additional 35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
9
Serve the delicious chicken and vegetables over a bed of fluffy rice, and enjoy your hearty family meal!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Creamy Chicken Bake?
It is a heart family-friendly meal featuring boneless chicken breasts baked in a rich sauce made from cream soups and onion soup mix, accompanied by potatoes and carrots.
What kind of chicken is best for this recipe?
The recipe specifically calls for 4-6 boneless skinless chicken breasts.
What oven temperature is required?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What type of soups are used in the sauce?
The sauce is a combination of cream of mushroom soup and cream of chicken soup.
How do I season the chicken?
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste before adding the sauce.
Do I need to heat the soup before baking?
Yes, combine the soups and butter in a saucepan over low heat until well blended and warmed through before pouring over the chicken.
What should I do if the sauce is too thick?
If the soup mixture is too thick, you can add up to 1/4 cup of water to achieve a smooth consistency.
How long is the initial baking time?
The chicken should bake covered for an initial 25 minutes before adding the vegetables.
When do I add the carrots and potatoes?
Add the sliced carrots and new potatoes after the first 25 minutes of baking.
What is the total baking time?
The total baking time is approximately 60 minutes: 25 minutes for the chicken alone and another 35 minutes once the vegetables are added.
Should the dish be covered while baking?
Yes, the dish should be covered tightly with aluminum foil throughout the baking process to keep the chicken moist.
What kind of potatoes are recommended?
Fresh new potatoes are recommended for this recipe.
How should the carrots be prepared?
The carrots should be fresh and either sliced or cubed.
What provides the savory onion flavor?
One envelope of Lipton onion soup mix is added to the creamy sauce for flavor.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use 2 tablespoons of either butter or margarine.
How do I serve this dish?
It is best served over a bed of fluffy rice, perhaps with a side salad and warm rolls.
Is this recipe suitable for busy weeknights?
Yes, it is designed for busy families with minimal prep time required.
Can I use other vegetables?
While carrots and potatoes are classic, you could experiment with other hardy vegetables like parsnips or celery.
Do I need to pre-cook the chicken?
No, the chicken is placed raw into the casserole dish and cooks completely in the oven.
How many servings does this make?
The recipe uses 4-6 chicken breasts, typically serving 4 to 6 people.
Can I use chicken thighs instead?
Yes, boneless skinless chicken thighs can be substituted, though cooking times may vary slightly.
What if I don't have cream of chicken soup?
You can use a full can of cream of mushroom or substitute with cream of celery soup.
How do I know the chicken is done?
The chicken is done when it is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and the vegetables are tender.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
You can prepare the sauce and season the chicken in advance, but for best results, bake it fresh.
Is this a one-dish meal?
Yes, because it contains protein and vegetables in one pan, it is considered a one-dish meal.
Do the potatoes need to be peeled?
New potatoes have very thin skins, so peeling is optional depending on your preference.
Can I use frozen vegetables?
Fresh vegetables are recommended for the best texture, but frozen could be used if adjusted for moisture.
Is there a lot of prep work involved?
Prep is minimal, involving mostly seasoning the chicken and mixing the sauce components.
What if I don't have Lipton brand soup mix?
Any standard 1-ounce envelope of dry onion soup mix will work as a substitute.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, you can double the ingredients, but you may need to use two casserole dishes to ensure even cooking.