Simple French Chicken Casserole: 1 Ultimate Cozy Classic
A rustic French-style chicken casserole with tender chicken, vegetables, and a rich herb-infused sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
6 chicken thighs
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine
2 carrots
1 onion
3 cloves garlic
1 1/2 cups mushrooms
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 sprigs thyme
1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown seasoned chicken and set aside.
- Cook onion, carrots, and garlic.
- Add mushrooms and tomato paste.
- Pour in wine and reduce slightly.
- Add broth and herbs.
- Return chicken and bake until tender.
- Rest briefly and serve.
Notes
Brown chicken well for deeper flavor.
Simmer sauce to thicken if needed.
Adjust seasoning to taste.