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French Chicken Casserole la Normande

French Chicken Casserole la Normande for Cozy Family Meals

French Chicken Casserole la Normande combines tender chicken and a rich, creamy sauce for a cozy meal perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound chicken boneless skinless breasts recommended
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for lighter option
  • 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme fresh or dried
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth use gluten-free if needed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
Optional Topping
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs seasoned panko is great

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • casserole dish
  • measuring cups
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all your ingredients and prepare your casserole dish.
  2. In a large skillet, heat about two tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and brown them for 6-8 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté the onions and minced garlic until soft, about 3 minutes, then add mushrooms and sauté for another 4-5 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle in fresh thyme and pour in chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits. Simmer for about 5 minutes, then return the chicken.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, then transfer to the casserole dish.
  6. If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use good-quality broth for best flavor and consider mixing breadcrumbs with melted butter for extra crunch.

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