Oven Baked 5-Ingredient Amish Lima Bean Chicken

Description

Oven Baked 5-Ingredient Amish Lima Bean Chicken is a simple, hearty, and comforting casserole-style meal that combines tender chicken, creamy lima beans, and a rich homemade sauce with minimal effort. Inspired by traditional Amish cooking, this recipe focuses on wholesome ingredients and straightforward preparation. As the chicken bakes, it becomes juicy and flavorful while the lima beans absorb the savory juices, creating a satisfying one-pan meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or meal prep, this budget-friendly recipe proves that a handful of ingredients can create a delicious and comforting meal everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients For the Chicken and Lima Beans

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cans (15 oz each) lima beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 packet onion soup mix

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Prepare the Sauce

In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and onion soup mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 3: Add the Lima Beans

Spread the drained lima beans evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 4: Arrange the Chicken

Place the chicken breasts over the lima beans in a single layer.

Step 5: Add the Sauce

Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken and lima beans, ensuring everything is well coated.

Step 6: Cover and Bake

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.

Step 7: Finish Baking

Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8: Rest Before Serving

Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9: Serve

Spoon the creamy lima beans onto plates and top with the tender baked chicken. Serve with biscuits, cornbread, or a fresh side salad if desired.

Tips & Notes

• Use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts for extra flavor and tenderness.
• Frozen lima beans can be substituted for canned beans; thaw them first.
• For a richer sauce, replace part of the chicken broth with milk.
• Covering the dish during the first part of baking helps keep the chicken moist.
• Leftovers taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.

Q&A

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the casserole up to one day in advance, cover, and refrigerate until ready to bake.

Can I use other beans?

Yes. Butter beans or great northern beans can be substituted if lima beans are unavailable.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Can I freeze this casserole?

Yes. Allow it to cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Servings

6 servings

Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 34g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Fat: 14g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 820mg

Oven Baked 5-Ingredient Amish Lima Bean Chicken is a classic comfort-food casserole that’s easy to prepare and packed with homestyle flavor. The creamy sauce, tender chicken, and hearty lima beans come together in one baking dish to create a warm and satisfying meal. With only five simple ingredients and minimal prep work, this recipe is perfect for busy families looking for a wholesome and delicious dinner option.