Description
Hearty Chicken Stew Casserole is a comforting family dish that combines tender chicken, vegetables, and creamy sauce, topped with cheese and breadcrumbs for a delicious baked meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the sliced carrots and diced potatoes to the skillet, cooking for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Stir in the frozen peas, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the chicken pieces with the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and chicken broth. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the vegetables.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, followed by the breadcrumbs.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or a low-fat cream alternative.
- Add your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or green beans, for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg