5 Ingredient No Peek Chicken
This 5 Ingredient No Peek Chicken is a simple, comforting meal featuring tender chicken, creamy wild rice, and a rich sauce. With just five ingredients and minimal effort, this oven-baked dish is the perfect hands-off dinner for busy nights.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 6 oz. package Uncle Ben’s Long Grain Wild Rice (including seasoning packet)
- 1 10.25 oz. can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 10.25 oz. can cream of celery soup
- 1 ½ cans water use the empty soup can for measurement
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. This prevents sticking and ensures even cooking.
Prepare the Rice Mixture
- In the prepared baking dish, combine the wild rice (including seasoning packet), cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery soup, and water. Stir until well incorporated.
Arrange the Chicken
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs on top of the rice mixture. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavor.
Cover and Bake
- Tightly cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to trap steam and moisture. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Important: Do not lift the foil or peek during baking, as the trapped steam is essential for the rice and chicken to cook properly.
Serve and Enjoy
- Once the baking time is complete, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. The chicken should be tender, and the rice should be fully cooked and creamy.
Notes
To make this dish gluten-free, follow these adjustments:
- Use a gluten-free long-grain wild rice blend instead of Uncle Ben’s, as some pre-packaged versions contain gluten.
- Substitute gluten-free condensed soups for the cream of mushroom and cream of celery soups (brands like Pacific Foods or homemade versions work well).
- Ensure your seasoning mix is gluten-free if your rice package includes a seasoning packet.