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Forgotten Chicken: Your Go-To Comfort Meal for Busy Nights

This easy 'Forgotten Chicken' recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Simply combine the ingredients and let the oven do the work for a delicious and comforting meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on for rich flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Can be substituted with homemade sauce
  • 1 packet Onion Soup Mix Can use fresh onions or onion powder
  • 1 cup Water Can use low-sodium broth for extra flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley For garnish, can substitute with other herbs

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a baking dish, place chicken thighs.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, and water. Pour over chicken.
  5. Bake uncovered for 2 hours, or until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, brown the chicken thighs in the olive oil before adding the other ingredients.