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Heat the oven to 175°C (350°F) ensuring it reaches full temperature before use.
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Grease a 23 by 33 cm (9x13 inch) baking dish evenly with butter to prevent sticking.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, instant rice, and water until uniformly blended with no streaks.
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Pour the soup and rice mixture into the prepared dish, smoothing the surface to distribute liquid evenly.
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Layer the chicken breasts in a single even layer over the rice mixture to ensure consistent cooking.
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Evenly distribute the entire packet of Lipton onion soup mix over the chicken to infuse flavor throughout.
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Tightly cover the dish with foil, sealing edges to trap steam, and bake for 45 to 50 minutes until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
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Remove foil and allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes to thicken the sauce and meld flavors before serving.