Chicken Fricassee Casserole

This chicken fricassee casserole is an easy and delicious way to enjoy a classic chicken dish. Made with tender chicken thighs, this casserole is simmered in a flavorful sauce made with mushrooms, onions, and garlic. Served over a bed of rice or pasta, this dish is sure to please the whole family.

Chicken Fricassee Casserole

When you are craving a delicious comfort food meal, you may think of creamy chicken and mushrooms. Kick that up a notch with this chicken fricassee casserole. It's so tasty and easy to make. It's ideal for any occasion and decadent enough to serve guests. Plus, it's simple enough to make even a novice cook can nail this recipe!

Who wouldn't love a creamy casserole with chicken thighs? It's the perfect comfort food for any time of day. Indulge in all the flavors you love without spending hours in the kitchen.

If you like this, then you might also enjoy this chicken cordon bleu casserole for its simple comforting flavors.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
• 5 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 teaspoon salt (12g)
• 1 onion chopped
• 1 teaspoon black pepper (2.5g)
• 7 oz cremini mushrooms (200g)
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 thyme springs
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (23g)
• ⅔ cup white wine (158ml)
• 1 cup milk (250ml)
• 2 cups chicken stock (500ml)
• 1 cup dry orzo or ditalini pasta (56g)

Kitchen Tools Used

• Large skillet
• Tongs
• Wooden spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 10" baking dish

How to Make Chicken Fricassee Casserole

Video Recipe:

Start by preparing your baking dish. I like to use a 9" square or 10" baking dish for this. You can use a larger one if desired. Spray the bottom and sides with non-stick spray and then set it aside. This helps with cleanup later.

Now, preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C.

Drizzle the chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon olive oil on both sides, then sprinkle ½ of the salt and ½ of the black pepper over it, so both sides are seasoned.

Now, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook them for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Cook them just until browned on both sides, but not cooked through. Remove them from the pan and set them aside for now.

Then, into the same pan, add the onions. Reduce the heat to medium and cook them for about 5 minutes until they are lightly browned. Make sure you stir them regularly so they don't burn.

After 5-minutes, add in the sliced mushrooms and the rest of the salt and pepper. Cook the mushrooms for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are softened, browned, and no more liquid remains.

Next, stir in the minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and all-purpose flour. Stir to coat the mushrooms and cook for another 30-seconds.

Then, pour in the wine, milk, and chicken stock. Stir it together until no lumps remain. Then, bring the mixture to a boil and cook for another 5-minutes.

After 5 minutes, the sauce should be thickened. Add in the 1 cup of uncooked pasta, and then pour this into the prepared baking dish.

Lay the chicken thighs on top of the mixture.

Then bake for 15 to 17 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

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More Chicken Thigh Casseroles

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• Potato and Chicken Casserole
• Chicken Coconut and Rice Casserole
• Italian Chicken Casserole

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Yield: 5

Chicken Fricassee Casserole

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Chicken Fricassee casserole is the perfect weeknight meal loaded with flavor! Chicken thighs, mushrooms, garlic, and fresh herbs create the ultimate comfort food.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
• 5 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 teaspoon salt, divided (12g)
• 1 onion chopped
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, divided (2.5g)
• 7 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced (200g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 thyme springs, leaves only
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (23g)
• ⅔ cup white wine (158ml)
• 1 cup milk (250ml)
• 2 cups chicken stock (500ml)
• 1 cup dry orzo or ditalini pasta (56g)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C and spray the bottom of a 9" or 10" baking dish with non-stick spray, then set it aside.
2. Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken thighs, coating both sides, then sprinkle lightly with about ½ of the salt and pepper.
3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook them for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until just browned. The chicken will not be cooked through. Remove it from the pan and set the chicken aside.
4. Reduce the heat to medium, and in the same pan, add the onions. Cook them, stirring regularly for 5-minutes or until lightly browned.
5. Then, add in the sliced mushrooms and add the remaining salt and pepper. Cook, stirring these regularly, for 8 to 10 minutes. They should be browned and the liquid completely evaporated.
6. Now, add in the garlic and fresh thyme. Stir together.
7. Then stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for another 30-seconds.
8. Pour in the wine, milk, and chicken stock. Stir until combined and no lumps remain. Then bring the sauce to a boil. Cook for 5 minutes.
9. Now, stir in the uncooked pasta.
10. Pour the sauce mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the chicken pieces.
11. Bake, uncovered, for 15 to 17 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and an internal temperature of 165°F at the thickest part.

Notes

If you do not use alcohol in cooking, replace the white wine with an equal amount chicken stock or apple cider vinegar.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

5

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 546Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 1212mgCarbohydrates: 53gFiber: 2gSugar: 6gProtein: 40g