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Creamy French Chicken Casserole

Creamy French Chicken Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Meal

A delicious Creamy French Chicken Casserole that brings the essence of comfort food with customizable ingredients and rich flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: French
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts or turkey.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Optional substitutes include butter or avocado oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard can also be used.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half or low-fat milk as a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium options available.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh herbs can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Fresh herbs can be substituted.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onions work best.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Feel free to use a variety or omit.
  • 2 medium Carrots Any seasonal vegetables can be used.
  • 1 cup Green Beans Any seasonal vegetables can be used.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Mozzarella or other melting cheese are great substitutes.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut boneless, skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and sauté in heated olive oil for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Sauté diced onion until translucent, then add garlic, mushrooms, carrots, and green beans, cooking for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in dried thyme and rosemary, then add chicken broth and heavy cream with Dijon mustard; simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Return sautéed chicken to skillet, fold into the sauce, and transfer to a greased baking dish, topping with Gruyère cheese.
  5. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
  6. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving warm with rice or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (75°C). Don't overcrowd the skillet when sautéing vegetables. Let the casserole sit for a few minutes before serving.

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