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Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Chicken Imperial

A classic baked chicken casserole made with tender boneless chicken, cream of chicken soup, buttery bread crumbs, and a golden crisp topping. This simple comfort dish bakes uncovered until the chicken is juicy and the crumb layer turns rich, crisp, and deeply savory.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Rest Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Casserole, Chicken, Comfort Food, Main Course, Oven Baked
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 to 3 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or tenders
  • 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup undiluted
  • 2 cups fine dry bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter 1 stick

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the prepared dish.
  • Slice any very thick chicken pieces in half lengthwise so everything cooks evenly.
  • Spoon the condensed cream of chicken soup over the chicken.
  • Spread the soup gently so the chicken is evenly covered.
  • In a bowl, mix the fine dry bread crumbs with the melted butter until fully coated.
  • Sprinkle the buttered bread crumbs evenly over the soup layer, covering the dish edge to edge.
  • Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is deeply golden.
  • Check that the thickest chicken piece reaches 165°F internally.
  • Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep the chicken in an even layer for consistent cooking. If the topping looks pale, bake a few extra minutes until golden and crisp.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcal
Keyword baked chicken casserole, buttery bread crumbs, Chicken Imperial, cream of chicken soup, easy chicken dinner
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