Hearty French Chicken Casserole a la Normande for Cozy Nights
A comforting and flavorful chicken casserole inspired by the cuisine of Normandy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup cream
- 2 sprigs thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and brown them on both sides.
- Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add the onion, carrots, and garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Add the mushrooms and sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, add the chicken broth and cream, and bring to a simmer.
- Add thyme, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook for 30 minutes.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Pair with crusty bread for an extra cozy meal.
- Try adding your favorite vegetables for more variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg