This Party Chicken Bake is a crowd-pleasing dinner that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, creamy sauce made from condensed mushroom soup, cream cheese, and dry Italian salad dressing. The result is a savory, comforting dish with a hint of herbal brightness from the chives and dressing mix. It 226;ÂÂs perfect for family suppers or potlucks because itâÂÂs easy to prepare in one dish. The sauce becomes velvety as it bakes, coating every bite of chicken and rice. Serve it hot for a satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet simple enough for a busy weeknight.
Party Chicken Bake
Description
This Party Chicken Bake is a crowd-pleasing dinner that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, creamy sauce made from condensed mushroom soup, cream cheese, and dry Italian salad dressing. The result is a savory, comforting dish with a hint of herbal brightness from the chives and dressing mix. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for family suppers or potlucks because itâÂÂs easy to prepare in one dish. The sauce becomes velvety as it bakes, coating every bite of chicken and rice. Serve it hot for a satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet simple enough for a busy weeknight.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
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Place split chicken breasts in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
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In a large bowl, mix together the melted margarine, softened cream cheese, and dry Italian salad dressing until smooth.
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Stir in the can of cream of mushroom soup and Sauternes wine until well combined.
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Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
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Sprinkle the chopped chives over the top.
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Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (165ðF internal temperature) and the sauce is bubbly.
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Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 39.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.9g6%
- Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 40.8mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.6g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
- Sugars 1.5g
- Protein 0.1g1%
* 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
Serve over instant rice or egg noodles to soak up the extra sauce.
If you cannot find Sauternes, substitute with a dry white wine or chicken broth.
Ensure the chicken breasts are of similar size for even cooking.