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Creamy French Style Chicken Casserole a la Normande

Creamy French Style Chicken Casserole a la Normande Bliss

Experience comfort with this Creamy French Style Chicken Casserole a la Normande, a delightful blend of flavors that warms the heart.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs or bone-in pork chops or rabbit
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for dairy-free
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Flavor Base
  • 2 medium Onions or leeks
  • 2 cups Apples Tart variety, e.g., Granny Smith
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or crème fraîche or full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme or dried thyme, adjust amounts

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • oven
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons
  • serving dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add chicken skin-side down and sear for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip chicken to brown the other side, cooking for about 3 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate to rest.
  5. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and apples. Sauté gently for about 5 minutes until softened.
  6. Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to capture browned bits.
  7. Nestle chicken back into skillet, pour heavy cream over, and sprinkle fresh thyme on top.
  8. Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a sprinkle of fresh thyme for added flavor and color.

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