Description
French Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and colorful vegetables for a satisfying meal. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this dish is simple to prepare yet delivers rich flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Its delightful aroma fills your kitchen like a warm embrace, making it a beloved favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary (or ½ tsp dried)
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent (4-5 minutes).
- Add bite-sized chicken pieces along with carrots and mushrooms. Cook until chicken is no longer pink (7-8 minutes).
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream with thyme and rosemary; simmer gently.
- Mix in half the cheese until melted. Transfer to a greased baking dish and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg