It sounds like you’re referring to a recipe or a dish called “Forgotten Chicken and Rice.” This might be a meal that’s easy to prepare and can be left to cook slowly, such as in the oven or a slow cooker. The name could suggest it’s a simple, low-maintenance dish where you essentially “forget” about it while it cooks.Here’s a basic idea for a “Forgotten Chicken and Rice” recipe:
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth (or water with a bouillon cube)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (optional, for creaminess)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme or your favorite herb (optional)
- 1 cup frozen peas or other vegetables (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Layer the rice in the bottom of a large casserole dish.
- Add the chicken broth over the rice. If you’re using cream of mushroom soup, mix it with the broth and pour it over the rice.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and any herbs you like.
- Place the chicken pieces on top of the rice mixture.
- Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice is tender.
- Optionally, stir in frozen peas or other veggies about 10 minutes before the end of cooking for added flavor and color.
- Serve hot and enjoy a simple, flavorful dish!
This type of recipe is often called “forgotten” because you can put it in the oven and not have to worry about it for an extended period while the dish cooks on its own. Let me know if you’d like more details or variations!
