This oven baked 3-ingredient chicken Parisian is the kind of comforting vintage dinner that proves simple recipes can still feel special. Passed around in church cookbooks and clipped from old magazines in the 1960s, dishes like this became popular because they turned a few pantry and freezer staples into a creamy, savory meal with hardly any fuss. It is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something warm and nostalgic without standing at the stove for hours.
Serve this creamy chicken over hot rice, buttered egg noodles, or mashed potatoes so none of the sauce goes to waste. A simple green bean side, steamed broccoli, or a crisp salad balances the richness nicely, and warm dinner rolls make it feel like a full Sunday-style supper even on a regular weeknight.
Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Chicken Parisian
Servings: 6
Ingredients
3 pounds chicken pieces, bone-in or boneless
1 envelope dry onion soup mix
1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease an oval or 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Arrange the chicken pieces in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
3. In a medium bowl, stir together the dry onion soup mix and condensed cream of mushroom soup until well combined.
4. Spoon the soup mixture evenly over the chicken, spreading it to coat the pieces well.
5. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 20 to 30 minutes more, until the chicken is cooked through and the top is lightly golden with tender onions in the sauce.
6. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving, then spoon the sauce over each portion.
Variations & Tips
Make It Lighter: Use skinless chicken breasts or tenders if you want a leaner version. Just start checking for doneness a little earlier so the chicken stays juicy.
Add Extra Flavor: A small handful of sliced mushrooms or a sprinkle of dried parsley can be added before baking if you do not mind going beyond the original 3-ingredient charm. It still keeps the recipe easy but gives the sauce a little more texture.
Meal Prep Tip: You can assemble the dish earlier in the day, cover it, and refrigerate until dinnertime. When baking straight from the fridge, add about 10 extra minutes to the covered bake time.
Best Serving Tip: This recipe makes a generous amount of sauce, so plan a starch underneath it. Rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes help turn this simple casserole into a complete and very cozy meal.