French Chicken Casserole: Cozy Apple Cider Delight

French Chicken Casserole a la Normande combines succulent chicken, apple cider, and bacon for a warm, comforting dish.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 1 30

Resting Time 10

Total Time 2

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: French

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

2 lbs Chicken Thighs and Legs skin-on, bone-in recommended
4 Shallots diced or 1 medium onion
1 rib Celery diced, optional
4-5 sprigs Thyme fresh
2 cloves Garlic minced
125 g Bacon Lardons chopped
2 tbsp Brandy or Whiskey optional
2 tbsp Flour
85 ml Chicken Stock low-sodium preferred
400 ml Hard Dry Apple Cider or substitute with non-alcoholic cider
2 Apples peeled and cut into wedges
125 ml Double Cream omit for dairy-free option
1 tbsp Olive Oil for sautéing
to taste Salt adjust as needed

Equipment

large casserole dish
Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, then brown in olive oil.
Cook chopped bacon in the same dish until crispy.
Sauté shallots and celery in the drippings.
Deglaze the pan with brandy or whiskey.
Make a sauce by adding flour, chicken stock, and cider.
Combine chicken and bacon with the sauce, then bring to a boil.
Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncovered for another 30 minutes.
Sauté apple wedges until caramelized.
Stir in cream and sautéed apples, then bake for an additional 20 minutes.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose quality chicken for best results. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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