Description
French Chicken Casserole is a comforting, rustic dish featuring tender chicken baked with creamy mushrooms, onions, and fresh herbs. This savory one-dish meal combines rich flavors and luscious sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners or elegant entertaining.
Ingredients
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Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts
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Olive oil or butter
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Onion
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Garlic
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Fresh mushrooms (cremini or button)
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Chicken broth
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Heavy cream or crème fraîche
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Dijon mustard
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Fresh thyme or dried herbs
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Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat oven: to 375°F (190°C).
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Brown chicken: Heat oil or butter in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Brown on both sides until golden (4-5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
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Sauté vegetables: In the same pan, cook sliced onions and mushrooms until softened and browned (7-8 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook 1 more minute.
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Make sauce: Stir in chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and herbs. Simmer and reduce slightly.
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Add cream: Stir in heavy cream or crème fraîche; simmer until sauce thickens.
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Combine and bake: Return chicken to pan, spoon sauce over it. Transfer pan to oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
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Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or roasted potatoes.
Notes
Add carrots, leeks, or pearl onions for extra veggies.Deglaze pan with white wine before broth for depth.Substitute thyme with rosemary, tarragon, or sage.Use coconut cream for dairy-free version.Sprinkle Gruyère or Parmesan on top for cheesy finish.
