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French Chicken Casserole

Heartwarming French Chicken Casserole for Cozy Nights

This French Chicken Casserole is a comforting dish, perfect for chilly nights with tender chicken thighs, earthy mushrooms, and creamy potatoes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Provides moisture and flavor
  • to taste Kosher salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds richness
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, halved Contributes umami flavor
  • 3 large shallots, diced Imparts sweetness
  • 2 ribs celery, diced Adds crunchy texture
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour Thickens the sauce
  • ½ cup dry white wine Key for deglazing
  • 2 cups chicken stock Forms the base of the sauce
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme Adds herbaceous notes
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary Provides aromatic flavor
  • 1 leaf bay leaf Infuses subtle depth of flavor
  • ¼ cup heavy cream Adds creaminess
For the Potatoes
  • 1 pound baby gold potatoes, halved Hearty and satisfying

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Brown them in melted butter in a Dutch oven for 2-3 minutes skin-side down.
  3. Sauté mushrooms, shallots, and celery in the same pot for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute. Stir in flour and cook until lightly browned.
  5. Deglaze with white wine, scraping the bottom to release browned bits. Add chicken stock, potatoes, herbs, and bay leaf.
  6. Return the browned chicken thighs to the pot, ensuring they are partially submerged.
  7. Cover and bake in the oven for 40-45 minutes, checking for doneness.
  8. Stir in heavy cream before serving, adjusting seasoning if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

A heavy-bottomed Dutch oven helps achieve that perfect golden brown crust. Opt for bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for moisture and flavor. Feel free to swap mushrooms for other vegetables like zucchini or carrots.

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