No way is it Russian! We have NOTHING even remotely similar to this dish. The whole concept of casseroles with all these packages, cans, powders and mixers is SOOO American! We use fresh ingredients for cooking, no "env. onion soup" or "bottle Russian dressing" (which, fyi, is NOT Russian either). Please respect other cultures and do not label something "Russian" if it is not. Do your research.

It is called Russian chicken because it uses "Russian Dressing", not because it is a Russian dish.

I believe MOST recipes say Authentic when its a dish from another country. I've had this one for years, and always knew it wasn't about a country it was about the Type of Dressing on the Chicken.

This is a very tasty recipe that never fails to impress the family or guests. Regarding Marina's comment... Um, RELAX!!

Always a family favorite - and easy to make for company. Totally agree. I've never thought of this as a Russian recipe (country). It's about the dressing... relax...

The recipe was called "Russian" because when it was originally invented in the early 1900's, it contained caviar.

It's not "Russian" as in the country. It's gets the name from the "Russian Dressing" used in the recipe. The "Russian Dressing" is a sweet bottled dressing you can find in grocery stores in the U.S.

It's called Russian Chicken because it's made with RUSSIAN salad dressing. If you're insulted take it up with Kraft and other makers of "russian" salad dressing.

Having a hard time finding Russian Dressing .. so think I will try this recipe with Catalina Dressing .. Geez, I wonder if anyone that lives on Catalina Island will get upset if I call it "Catalina Chicken" LOL

To Chloe's mom: I found Russian dressing at Walmart. Publix also carries it if you have one in your area.

Concerning the comments about the name of this dish and it's cultural insensitivity I have a couple comments. Having spent lots of time in Russia I would say the name is wholly appropriate. Since the primary ingredients in this dish come from bottles and jars that brings it on par with every Russian dish I've ever had. Fresh in Russian means that the can was recently opened. I adore that you'd like everyone to believe that Russia is a Mediterranean state abundant with fresh cuisine, but the sub-arctic zone in which it resides simple doesn't support your protestations. Das vadanya amigo!

Micky, you've got me rolling around on the floor! :)

Am making this dish tonight it smells wonderful! I see drama even shows up in a recipe page. Lets just make some good food and stop making trouble. My husband is rushin in to eat! :o)

This recipe is amazing! Made out years ago and recently had a craving for it, so I looked it up to reminds myself of the ingredients. It's simple, quick, can be used on pork as well , and it's always a family pleaser. And not once did I ever associate it with any culture or region.

Making this again tomorrow and couldn't remember which cookbook it was in, so searched. When I can't find Russian dressing, I use Western Light. Also substitute orange marmalade for the apricot in a pinch. Great any which way!

I've also tried it with a can of whole cranberries! It's also very tasty!

I make this with instant rice in the dish half sauce over rice then add chicken and pour rest. It makes the rice so sweet.

Whoa somebody's a crank ass. Soooorry if the fact that we call chicken made with Russian dressing "Russian chicken." Good gracious, it isn't advertised as Kiev. I grew up eating this; I guess it's a part of my American culture, so shoot me.

A great and easy recipe that I have made for years, and have always called it "Russian Chicken" because of the Russian dressing. If someone makes Ranch Chicken, I am sure it is not required they live on a ranch. And by the way, I am half Russian and made this for my father who was full blooded Russian -- he called it Russian Chicken, too.

What a terrific go-to recipe! Very easy to follow, and very tasty! I loved this and will be making it again!

I was reading other comments and saw that I wasn't the only one who wondered why it's called Russian Chicken. The dressing never occurred to me!

Anyway, I've made this four times already. I love it! It's an easy, tasty recipe. The first time, I couldn't find Russian dressing, so I used Thousand Island. One time, I used a large bottle of dressing, and another time, a small one. It didn't matter!

This is oh so delicious, and I'm glad I found it!

Just made this! So easy and so good! Serve with rice and vegetables! Will definitely make again!

Upon reading the name I was curious. After reading the recipe realized it is the "Russian" dressing that gives it it's name. May try it some time using pork chops. Thanks for the simple recipe. Always welcome and appreciated.