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French Chicken Casserole

A rich and comforting dish, this French Chicken Casserole is perfect for a cozy family meal. Tender chicken thighs, hearty mushrooms, and creamy potatoes come together in a flavorful, herb-infused sauce
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: French
Keyword: French Chicken Casserole
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6

Notes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 cup button mushrooms, quartered
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • squeeze of lemon juice

 

Instructions

  1. Sear the Chicken
    • Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
    • Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables
    • In the same pot, add onion, garlic, celery, and mushrooms. Cook until softened.
  3. Build the Flavor
    • Stir in thyme and rosemary.
    • Pour in the white chicken broth and let it simmer until reduced.
  4. Simmer the Casserole
    • Add baby potatoes and chicken broth, then bring to a gentle simmer.
    • Return the chicken  with a squeeze of lemon juice to the pot, cover, and cook for about 30 minutes, until the chicken is nearly done.
  5. Finish the Dish
    • Pour in the heavy cream and add frozen peas.
    • Continue cooking until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce is creamy.
    • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Serve
    • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

 

Tips for Success

  • Season Well – Generous seasoning enhances every layer of flavor.
  • Thicker Sauce Option – For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with water and stir it in before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 617kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 186mg | Sodium: 165mg | Potassium: 923mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 950IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 3mg
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