What you will need 4 skinless, boneless chicken breastscondensed cream of chicken soup 1 can1/2 cup of mayonnaise1 cup cheddar cheese, shreddedDirections Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepared baking pan. If the chicken breasts are especially thick, lightly pound them to an even thickness so they cook more evenly.In a small bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup and mayonnaise until blended. Evenly spread mixture over the chicken breasts.Top with shredded cheddar cheese. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and bake 30 to 35 minutes.Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and lightly golden, and chicken is cooked thru.Let the chicken rest 5 minutes or so before serving. Top each chicken breast with a small amount of the creamy sauce for extra flavor.Variations & Tips : Use Chicken Thighs Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs in place of chicken breasts. They help to keep the dish a little richer in flavor and tend to stay juicy when you bake them.Add A Crunchy Topping: For extra texture, top the cheese with crushed crackers or breadcrumbs before baking. As the chicken cooks, the topping will get a bit crisp.Add Vegetables: Sliced mushrooms or green beans, or broccoli can be added around the chicken for a simple one-dish dinner. Make the pieces on the small side so they have time to cook thru.Don’t Overbake: Chicken breasts can get dry if you overcook them. If they are on the small side, start checking them toward the end of the cooking time.Make the Sauce Smooth: Mix the condensed soup and mayonnaise until smooth, then spread over the chicken. This results in a nice even creamy coating instead of separate blobs of sauce.Use A Different Cheese Cheddar adds a sharp, savory flavor, but you can also use Monterey Jack, Colby, or mozzarella if that’s what you have on hand.Serve Over Rice One of the easiest ways to make this a filling family dinner is to serve the chicken over cooked white or brown rice . A simple bowl of rice is so much more delicious with a creamy sauce.Let It Rest: Allowing the chicken to rest for a few minutes after baking allows the juices to settle and allows the sauce to thicken a bit.This Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Chicken Commodore is the kind of simple comfort food that deserves a regular place in your dinner rotation. The creamy sauce, tender chicken and melted cheese come together with very little preparation, making it a practical choice for busy families. Serve with rice, vegetables or mashed potatoes and you have a warm homemade dinner that’s simple enough for a weeknight but satisfying enough for a Sunday meal.
Oven Baked Chicken Commodore
