Description
French Chicken Casserole a la Normande is a heartwarming dish that brings the essence of French comfort food to your table. Tender chicken thighs simmer in a rich, creamy sauce infused with fragrant thyme and a splash of apple cider vinegar. This delightful casserole is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, delivering warmth and rich flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sautΓ© until browned (about 5 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced carrots, onions, and mushrooms. SautΓ© until softened (about 5 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and thyme. Pour this mixture over the sautΓ©ed vegetables.
- Nestle the browned chicken thighs back into the skillet with the creamy mixture and stir gently.
- Transfer to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for about 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 328
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, marinate chicken thighs for at least one hour before cooking. Feel free to substitute turkey for chicken or add seasonal vegetables like green beans or zucchini.