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French Chicken Casserole

Cozy French Chicken Casserole for Heartwarming Evenings

A heartwarming French Chicken Casserole combining seared chicken thighs, tender baby potatoes, and earthy mushrooms in a fragrant sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Main protein
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Can substitute with olive oil
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms Umami flavor
  • 3 large shallots Can substitute with yellow onion
  • 2 ribs celery Can substitute with bell pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh is preferable
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • ½ cup dry white wine Choose a wine you enjoy drinking
  • 2 cups chicken stock Opt for low-sodium
For the Vegetables
  • 1 pound baby gold potatoes, halved Can substitute with Yukon gold or red potatoes
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme Dried can be used
  • 1 sprig rosemary Dried can be used
  • 1 leaf bay leaf Dried can be used
For Ease
  • ¼ cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or omit

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Season the chicken thighs with kosher salt and black pepper.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  4. Sauté cremini mushrooms, shallots, and celery in the same pot for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add minced garlic and flour, stirring for about 1 minute.
  6. Deglaze the pot with dry white wine and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add chicken stock, baby gold potatoes, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf; stir to combine.
  8. Return the seared chicken to the pot, skin-side up. Cover and bake for 40-45 minutes.
  9. Stir in heavy cream after baking and adjust seasoning.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, follow the instructions carefully and adjust seasonings to taste.

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