Ingredients for Old Fashioned Chicken Casserole
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt And Pepper
- 1/4 cup butter (plus 2 tablespoons extra for gravy if needed)
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped potatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- fresh parsley for garnish
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How to Make Old Fashioned Chicken Casserole
- In a large resealable bag, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts and shake until evenly coated.
- Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Set aside.
- Transfer the browned chicken to a 3-quart baking dish. Reserve the drippings in the skillet.
- Add 1 cup chopped carrots, 1 cup chopped potatoes, and 1/2 cup chopped onions to the baking dish with the chicken.
- Pour 1 1/2 cups chicken broth over the vegetables and chicken. Add 1 teaspoon dried thyme.
- Cover the baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes.
- In the same skillet, whisk together 6 tablespoons of flour and the reserved drippings. Add 2 tablespoons of butter if needed to create a smooth roux.
- Cook the roux for 6-8 minutes, or until medium brown, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring no lumps form.
- Continue cooking until the gravy thickens, stirring frequently.
- Season the gravy to taste with salt, pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg.
- Pour the gravy over the chicken and vegetables in the baking dish. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
18 g
Sugar
20g
Fat
68g
Carbs
18g
