Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Chicken Newburg

Oven‑baked chicken Newburg is one of those retro casserole‑style dishes that manages to feel both practical and a little elegant—no wonder it graced so many special‑occasion tables in the 1960s. Built around tender chicken baked in a creamy sherry‑style sauce with a touch of paprika warmth, it delivers old‑school comfort with minimal effort. It’s the kind of recipe that feels nostalgic yet still company‑worthy, perfect for a busy cook’s rotation.
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Serve this creamy chicken over buttered toast points, rice, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes so every drop of sauce gets enjoyed. For balance, add a crisp salad, steamed beans, peas, or asparagus. And if you want to lean into the vintage supper‑club spirit, a dish of cranberry sauce or a light fruit salad makes a fitting companion.
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Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Chicken Newburg
Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2½–3 pounds | Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite‑size pieces |
| 1 (10.5 oz) can | Condensed cream of mushroom soup |
| ½ cup | Dry sherry |
| 1 teaspoon | Paprika |
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13‑inch glass baking dish.
- Spread chicken pieces evenly in the dish.
- In a medium bowl, stir together condensed soup, sherry, and paprika until smooth.
- Pour sauce over chicken, turning pieces gently to coat.
- Bake uncovered 35–45 minutes, stirring once halfway, until chicken is cooked through and sauce is bubbling.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving over toast, rice, noodles, or potatoes.




