Baked Chicken Casserole/Apple Potato Crust Recipe

Name: Baked Chicken Casserole/Apple Potato Crust Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 c. chicken broth - (750ml); 1 c. apple cider or possibly apple juice (250ml); 8 ounce peeled parsnips, cut into 1/2-inch cubes - (250ml); 1 3/4 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes - (850grams); 2 x large Golden brown Delicious apples, peeled, cored, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (350grams); 5 Tbsp. butter - (75ml); 8 x skinless boneless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pcs; 6 tsp chopped fresh thyme - (30ml); 2 Tbsp. all purpose flour - (30ml); 1 c. thawed frzn peas- (250ml); 2 Tbsp. dry rosemary - (30ml); 1 tsp cinnamon - (5ml); 1 tsp nutmeg - (5ml); 1/3 c. brandy - (75ml); 1/3 c. whipping cream - (75ml)

Servings: persons

3 c. chicken broth - (750ml)
1 c. apple cider or possibly apple juice (250ml)
8 ounce peeled parsnips, cut into 1/2-inch cubes - (250ml)
1 3/4 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes - (850grams)
2 x large Golden brown Delicious apples, peeled, cored, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (350grams)
5 Tbsp. butter - (75ml)
8 x skinless boneless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pcs
6 tsp chopped fresh thyme - (30ml)
2 Tbsp. all purpose flour - (30ml)
1 c. thawed frzn peas- (250ml)
2 Tbsp. dry rosemary - (30ml)
1 tsp cinnamon - (5ml)
1 tsp nutmeg - (5ml)
1/3 c. brandy - (75ml)
1/3 c. whipping cream - (75ml)

1
Preheat oven to 350 F - (175 C)
2
Place chicken broth, apple cider, and parsnips into a large pot.
3
Cover and boil till tender, approximately 5 min.
4
Transfer the parsnips to a bowl using a slotted spoon.
5
Add in potatoes and apples to the broth cider mix where the parsnips just came out of.
6
Cook till they are tender - about 20 min.
7
Remove the potatoes and apples with a slotted spoon and place in a large bowl.
8
Add in 3 Tbsp.
9
butter, cinnamon and fresh nutmeg and mash till almost smooth and season with salt and pepper.
10
Place the cooking liquid in a large bowl and set aside for later.
11
Rub the dry rosemary & the thyme between your hands over a bowl holding the flour.
12
Dust chicken with flavoured flour.
13
Heat butter and oil in the same pot the parsnips and potatoes were cooked in.
14
Add in your chicken and sear for 5 min, using tongs to flip halfway through.
15
Now place the chicken in a glass baking dish.
16
Top with the parsnips, season with salt and pepper, thyme, cover with peas.
17
Add in brandy and whipping cream to the broth & cider stock and bring to a quick boil.
18
Reduce to 1 1/4 c. - about 3-5 min.
19
Season sauce with salt and pepper and spoon over the chicken, cover the chicken with mashed potatoes and apples and bake for 35 min or possibly till topping is crusty and chicken is cooked through.
20
Serve and enjoy!

1152

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

113

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 c. chicken broth - (750ml), 1 c. apple cider or possibly apple juice (250ml), 8 ounce peeled parsnips, cut into 1/2-inch cubes - (250ml), 1 3/4 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes - (850grams), and more.

Yes, Baked Chicken Casserole/Apple Potato Crust Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!