Chicken au Gratin Recipe

Name: Chicken au Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO); 1 pound button mushrooms, stems discarded, cleaned; 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves (3 to 4 sprigs), chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 4 6- to 8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups frozen pearl onions, defrosted; 3 cups chicken stock or broth; 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1 cup frozen peas; A handful of fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped; Zest and juice of 1 lemon; 1/4 cup plain bread crumbs; 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; 2 tablespoons cold butter, cut into small pieces; 6 cups mixed greens

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO)
1 pound button mushrooms, stems discarded, cleaned
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves (3 to 4 sprigs), chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
4 6- to 8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups frozen pearl onions, defrosted
3 cups chicken stock or broth
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup frozen peas
A handful of fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup plain bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
2 tablespoons cold butter, cut into small pieces
6 cups mixed greens

1
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tablespoons of the EVOO (twice around the pan).
2
Add the mushrooms and brown, about 4 minutes.
3
Add the thyme, garlic, chicken, salt, and pepper.
4
Cook for 3 minutes.
5
Add the pearl onions and cook for 1 minute.
6
Add the chicken stock and cream; cook for 5 minutes.
7
Add the peas, parsley, and lemon zest.
8
Toss to combine and cook for 1 minute while you make the topping.
9
In a bowl, combine the bread crumbs and Parmigiano cheese.
10
Transfer the chicken mixture to a baking dish and evenly sprinkle the top with the read-crumbcheese mixture.
11
Dot the topping with cold butter pieces.
12
Place under the broiler and brown, 1 to 3 minutes.
13
Serve with a simple mixed green salad tossed together with the lemon juice and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

1033

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

102

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.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO), 1 pound button mushrooms, stems discarded, cleaned, 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves (3 to 4 sprigs), chopped, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken au 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 au Gratin

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Variations & substitutions

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