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Chicken Casserole à la Normande

Savory Chicken Casserole à la Normande for Cozy Nights

A comforting Chicken Casserole à la Normande that combines tender chicken with sweet apples and earthy mushrooms, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on
  • 2 cups Apples Diced, preferably tart varieties like Granny Smith
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Sliced, cremini or shiitake
  • 1 piece Onion Diced, yellow or sweet
  • 1 cup Apple Cider For deglazing
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Or coconut cream as a dairy alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Chopped, fresh is best
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg Optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. In a skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and sear for another 4-5 minutes. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add diced onion and sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add sliced mushrooms and diced apples, cooking for about 5 minutes until caramelized.
  4. Pour apple cider into the skillet, scraping up brown bits. Let simmer for 2 minutes, then stir in heavy cream and nutmeg, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Sprinkle thyme on top. Transfer to the oven and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving alongside crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 32gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, ensure a nice golden crust on the chicken and use tart apples to balance sweetness.

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