Asparagus & Chicken Potato Casserole
If you’re searching for a comforting meal that warms the soul, our Asparagus & Chicken Potato Casserole is a perfect choice! This delightful dish features tender chicken pieces, fresh asparagus, and creamy potatoes, all enveloped in a luscious sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this casserole is sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 lb fresh asparagus (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 3 cups cubed potatoes (½-inch sides)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear seasoned chicken breasts for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion until softened, then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Combine heavy cream and chicken broth in the skillet with thyme and paprika; simmer until slightly thickened.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the cubed potatoes followed by asparagus pieces, seared chicken, and half of the crispy bacon if using alternatives like turkey bacon. Pour over the creamy sauce and top with remaining potatoes.
- Bake covered with foil for 25-30 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg