Description
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Chicken Bake Recipe with Asparagus, a comforting casserole that brings together tender chicken, crisp asparagus, and a luscious cheesy Dijon and lemon cream sauce. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser that combines gourmet flavors with effortless preparation. In under an hour, you can serve a meal that feels both elegant and homey, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1" pieces)
- 1 pound asparagus (cut into 1" to 2" pieces, steamed)
- ¼ cup onion (chopped)
- 8 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1½ cups shredded gouda or swiss cheese
- ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Steam asparagus in a microwave-safe dish with water for about 3 minutes until tender; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat and cook chicken pieces until browned and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from skillet; add onions and mushrooms to sauté until tender.
- Stir in broth, cream, seasonings, mayonnaise, mustard, and lemon juice. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine chicken and asparagus in a greased casserole dish, pour sauce over them, and top with cheeses.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg