Embrace the heartwarming flavors of the countryside with this Country Farm Chicken Casserole. Combining savory bacon, tender chicken, and hearty vegetables all smothered in a creamy sauce, this casserole is a deliciously comforting meal that’s perfect for any family dinner.
Country Farm Chicken Casserole: Rustic and Flavorful
This dish is a delightful mix of textures and tastes, featuring layers of flavor from the smoky bacon, earthy mushrooms, and succulent chicken, all enhanced with a creamy, rich sauce.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 40 minutes
Serving: 4 servings
Equipment: Oven, 8×8-inch glass baking dish, skillet
Recipe Title: Hearty Country Chicken Casserole
Ingredients:
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 medium Vidalia onion, diced
- 5 slices of bacon
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup canned mushrooms (or 1 cup fresh)
- 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
Directions:
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy; remove, crumble, and set aside. Reserve the bacon grease in the skillet.
- Cook the Vegetables and Chicken:
- In the same skillet with the bacon grease, fry the cubed potatoes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Add the diced Vidalia onion to the skillet; season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Fry until translucent and slightly browned. Remove and set aside.
- Fry the mushrooms in the remaining bacon grease; set aside once cooked.
- Coat the chicken breasts with melted butter, season with salt and pepper, and grill (using a George Foreman grill or similar) until cooked through. Once cooked, cube the chicken.
- Prepare the Casserole:
- In a small bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup with chicken broth and season with additional pepper.
- In an 8×8-inch glass baking dish, combine the cubed chicken, cooked mushrooms, onions, and potatoes. Top with the creamy soup mixture and stir to ensure everything is well-coated.
- Bake the Casserole:
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil, top the casserole with the crumbled bacon, and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is slightly crispy.
- Serve:
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
This Country Farm Chicken Casserole is a complete meal that brings the taste of the farm straight to your table. It’s perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner and is sure to satisfy with its robust flavors and hearty ingredients. Enjoy this rustic, delicious casserole with your family tonight!
