French Chicken Casserole a la Normande
Indulge in the comforting embrace of French Chicken Casserole a la Normande, a dish that beautifully blends tender chicken with the sweetness of apples. This hearty casserole is perfect for any occasion—from busy weeknights to cozy family gatherings. The succulent chicken absorbs rich, aromatic flavors from shallots and thyme, while the creamy sauce ties everything together harmoniously. With minimal prep and a satisfying result, this dish will soon become a cherished favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs and legs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 shallots (diced)
- 1 rib celery (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp apple juice
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1/3 cup chicken stock
- 2 apples (peeled, cored, cut into wedges)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180C/350F.
- Pat chicken dry, season with salt, and brown in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden. Set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté shallots and celery until soft. Add minced garlic and deglaze with apple juice.
- Stir in flour to form a roux, then gradually add chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the pan and add thyme sprigs; bring to a boil.
- Cover and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 30 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and fold in cooked apple wedges before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 130mg