This comforting one-pan meal features tender chicken pieces baked until golden, then smothered in a rich, savory sauce. The sauce blends creamy mushroom soup with a kick of chili powder and earthy baby lima beans for a perfect balance of textures and flavors. It’s a nostalgic, home-style dish that delivers hearty satisfaction without complicated techniques. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together easily using pantry staples and frozen vegetables, making it a reliable favorite for family dinners. Serve with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious gravy.
Saucy Baked Chili Chicken
Description
This comforting one-pan meal features tender chicken pieces baked until golden, then smothered in a rich, savory sauce. The sauce blends creamy mushroom soup with a kick of chili powder and earthy baby lima beans for a perfect balance of textures and flavors. It&# 226;ÂÂs a nostalgic, home-style dish that delivers hearty satisfaction without complicated techniques. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together easily using pantry staples and frozen vegetables, making it a reliable favorite for family dinners. Serve with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious gravy.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
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Place cut-up chicken pieces in a large, shallow casserole dish.
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Bake uncovered for 45 minutes.
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While chicken bakes, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, instant minced onions, chili powder, and frozen lima beans in a saucepan.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat.
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Cover and simmer for 10 minutes until beans are tender.
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Remove chicken from oven and pour off any excess fat from the casserole dish.
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Spoon the hot soup and lima bean mixture evenly over the chicken.
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Return to oven and bake uncovered for 15 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and sauce is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1666.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 63.2g98%
- Saturated Fat 25.7g129%
- Cholesterol 366.0mg122%
- Sodium 623.1mg26%
- Total Carbohydrate 144.4g49%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 136.5g
- Protein 111.9g224%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For crispier skin, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
You can substitute fresh or canned lima beans; if using fresh, boil them separately until tender before adding to the sauce.
Adjust the chili powder to taste; start with 2 teaspoons if you prefer a milder flavor.
Serve over steamed rice, egg noodles, or with crusty bread to soak up the savory gravy.
Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.