A Different Chicken Dish Recipe

This flavorful one-dish wonder is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Juicy chicken strips are wrapped in savory dried beef (found near chili and potted meat), then baked to perfection in a creamy, cheesy sauce with beans and crispy fried onions. It's so good, it's one of the few leftovers my husband actually enjoys! A simple yet elegant weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 375.6 kcal
Protein 64g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
A Different Chicken Dish

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Ingredients for A Different Chicken Dish

How to Make A Different Chicken Dish

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch strips.
  3. Season chicken strips generously with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
  4. Wrap each chicken strip with a slice of 3 oz dried beef.
  5. Place the wrapped chicken strips in a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  6. Top with any remaining dried beef slices.
  7. In a medium bowl, combine 10.75 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup and 1/2 cup milk. Beat with a fork until smooth.
  8. Stir in 1/2 can (approximately 1/4 cup) fried onions.
  9. Pour the soup mixture evenly over the chicken.
  10. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the soup mixture.
  11. Layer 1 (15 ounce) can of drained and rinsed kidney beans over the cheese.
  12. Top with the remaining fried onions.
  13. Bake, covered, for 35 minutes.
  14. Remove the cover and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  15. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.
  16. Serve over cooked rice or mashed potatoes.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

58g

Carbs

2g