Irresistible French Chicken Casserole
A cozy family favorite, this French Chicken Casserole combines tender chicken with the sweet and savory flavors of apple cider and apples for a comforting meal perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if cider is gluten-free)
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs, skin-on
- 4 chicken legs
- 2 cups apple cider
- 2 apples, sliced (preferably Granny Smith)
- 2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides for 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add butter, sauté onions and garlic in the same pot for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in apple cider, bring to a simmer, scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Return chicken to the pot, sprinkle with thyme, cover, and bake for about 1 hour or until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- Slice apples and fry in a skillet with a bit of olive oil for about 5 minutes until golden and tender.
- Serve casserole topped with caramelized apple slices.
Notes
Ensure even browning by not overcrowding the pot with chicken. Quality ingredients matter for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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