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No Peek Chicken and Rice

No Peek Chicken and Rice is a comforting, no-fuss dinner recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals. This dish combines tender, juicy chicken with perfectly cooked rice, all baked together in a savory sauce infused with rich seasonings.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 10.5 oz can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 packet onion soup mix
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish or casserole dish
  • Aluminum foil
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat and Prepare
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  4. Mix the Rice and Sauce
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir until smooth.
  6. Add the uncooked rice to the baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Pour the soup mixture over the rice and stir to ensure the rice is fully coated.
  7. Add the Chicken
  8. Place the chicken thighs or drumsticks on top of the rice mixture, skin-side up. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, and sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the top.
  9. Cover and Bake
  10. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to seal in the moisture.
  11. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Resist the urge to peek or remove the foil during cooking to ensure the rice and chicken cook perfectly.
  12. Serve and Enjoy
  13. Once done, carefully remove the foil and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.