Chicken And Broccoli Gratin Recipe

Name: Chicken And Broccoli Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: -6 chicken breast; -1 onion, peeled and chopped; -2 carrots, peeled and chopped; -2 stalk of celery, chopped; -a few sprigs of parsley; -1 bay leaf; -a few back peppercorns; -300ml/1/2 pint double cream; -1 large broccoli, divided into florets; -15 gr of butter; -50gr strng cheese, grated; -110gr breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

-6 chicken breast
-1 onion, peeled and chopped
-2 carrots, peeled and chopped
-2 stalk of celery, chopped
-a few sprigs of parsley
-1 bay leaf
-a few back peppercorns
-300ml/1/2 pint double cream
-1 large broccoli, divided into florets
-15 gr of butter
-50gr strng cheese, grated
-110gr breadcrumbs

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Place the chicken in a large saucepan with the onion, carrots, celery, parsley,bay leaf, peppercorns, and enough water to cover. bring slowly to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and leave to cool.Strip the meat off the bones, dice and set aside.Strain the cooking liquid into a saucepan and boil until reduced 600ml. Add the cream, return to the boil till become thick sauce. Blanch the broccoli in boiling salted water until just tender, then drain and refresh under cold water, stir the diced chicken and broccoli in to the sauce and season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour this mixture into an ovenproof dish. Melt the butter and mix with the cheese and breadcrumbs. Spread over the chicken mixture and bake in an oven preheated to 180C/ 350F gas mark 4 for 20 minutes or until brown and bubbling

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: -6 chicken breast, -1 onion, peeled and chopped, -2 carrots, peeled and chopped, -2 stalk of celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Broccoli Gratin 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.

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Chicken And Broccoli Gratin

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