3-Ingredient Tavern Chicken Dinner

When you need a comforting homemade dinner without a long list of ingredients or complicated preparation, this 3-Ingredient Tavern Chicken Dinner is an easy choice. Tender chicken breasts are baked under a creamy mushroom and onion sauce, creating a savory, satisfying meal with very little effort.

It’s especially handy for busy weeknights when you want something warm and filling without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, and let the rich sauce bring everything together.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Simple recipes often become the ones we return to again and again, and this chicken dinner is no exception.

Requires only 3 main ingredients
Takes minimal preparation
Delivers rich, savory flavor
Perfect for busy weeknight dinners
Uses easy-to-find ingredients
Works with a variety of side dishes
Easy to customize with extra vegetables, cheese, or seasonings

The chicken comes out tender and flavorful, while the creamy mushroom-onion sauce makes every bite especially comforting.

Ingredients

You only need three main ingredients:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 packet dry onion soup mix

The condensed mushroom soup creates the creamy foundation, while the onion soup mix adds plenty of savory seasoning.

If your chicken breasts are particularly thick, slice them horizontally or gently pound them to an even thickness. This helps them cook more consistently.

How to Make 3-Ingredient Tavern Chicken

1. Prepare the Chicken

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If they are very thick, gently flatten them to create a more uniform thickness.

2. Mix the Sauce

Add the condensed cream of mushroom soup and dry onion soup mix to a bowl.

Stir thoroughly until the onion seasoning is evenly incorporated throughout the soup.

The mixture will be quite thick at this stage, but the chicken will release moisture as it cooks, creating a smoother sauce.

3. Assemble the Dish

Lightly grease a baking dish and arrange the chicken breasts inside.

Spread the mushroom and onion mixture evenly over the top, making sure each piece is generously coated.

4. Bake

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.

Bake until the chicken is completely cooked through. Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the chicken, so the safest way to check for doneness is with an instant-read thermometer.

The thickest part of each chicken breast should reach 165°F (74°C).

For a lightly browned top, remove the foil toward the end of baking and allow the chicken to cook uncovered briefly.