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French Style Chicken Casserole

Easy French Style Chicken Casserole for Comfort Food Lovers

This Easy French Style Chicken Casserole is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken, tart apples, and savory onions, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Substitute with bone-in pork chops or rabbit
For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use olive oil for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Onions Swap for leeks for a gourmet flair
  • 2 pieces Apples (Tart Varieties, like Granny Smith) Steer clear of mealy apples like Red Delicious
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Opt for vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Replace with crème fraîche or coconut milk for lighter or dairy-free options
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Consider other herbs like parsley for added freshness

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Oven
  • Measuring Spoons
  • measuring cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and brown the chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  4. Sauté sliced onions and apple pieces in the same skillet for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  5. Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth and return the chicken thighs to the skillet.
  6. Pour heavy cream over the chicken and sprinkle with fresh thyme.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
  8. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with buttery mashed potatoes or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.

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