Creamy Dijon Chicken Casserole Recipe

Introduction

This creamy Dijon chicken casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Packed with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a medley of vegetables in a rich, dairy-free cream sauce, it offers a wholesome and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. shredded chicken breast
• 6 oz. cooked and chopped bacon (about 1/2 package)
• 3 cups frozen hash browns (or shredded potatoes)
• 2 crowns broccoli florets (about 2 heaping cups)
• 1 diced white onion (1.5 cups)
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• For the Sauce:
• 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 2 tbsp ghee
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 3.5 tbsp Primal Kitchen Organic Dijon Mustard
• 2 tsp dried thyme
• 2 tsp parsley flakes
• 2 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1.5 tbsp arrowroot flour dissolved in 2 tbsp water (mixed together)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Step 2: In a large casserole dish, combine the shredded chicken, chopped bacon, hash browns, broccoli florets, diced white onion, and sliced mushrooms.
3. Step 3: Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat and add the ghee and minced garlic. Stir as the ghee melts and sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Step 4: Add the coconut cream, chicken broth, almond milk, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, parsley flakes, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine and bring to a slow simmer.
5. Step 5: Once simmering, add the arrowroot flour mixture and stir continuously. The sauce will thicken quickly and bubble.
6. Step 6: Pour the thickened sauce over the contents of the casserole dish. Stir gently to coat the meat and vegetables evenly, then spread into an even layer.
7. Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Tips & Variations

• If you don’t have cooked bacon, bake raw bacon at 400 degrees F on a sheet pan for 12 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
• Use rotisserie chicken for a quick alternative or poach raw chicken breasts on the stovetop while prepping vegetables.
• Omit ghee for a lactose-free option or substitute with avocado oil.
• If using freshly shredded potatoes instead of frozen, reduce baking time by about 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

Storage

Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350 degrees F until heated through, or microwave in short intervals stirring in between.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of mustard in this recipe?

Yes, you can substitute Primal Kitchen Organic Dijon Mustard with any Dijon mustard you prefer. For a milder flavor, try a classic yellow mustard, but the sauce’s depth will be best with Dijon.

Is this casserole suitable for a Whole30 diet?

Yes, this recipe is Whole30 compliant as it contains no added sugars, grains, or dairy. Just be sure to check the labels on the bacon and mustard to avoid any non-compliant ingredients.

Creamy Dijon Chicken Casserole Recipe

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This creamy Dijon chicken casserole is a delicious and comforting dish perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep. Packed with shredded chicken, crispy bacon, hearty vegetables, and a rich dairy-free coconut cream sauce flavored with Dijon mustard and herbs, this gluten-free and Paleo-friendly casserole bakes to a golden brown perfection. It’s satisfying, flavorful, and easy to prepare in one dish.

• Author: Ella
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Casserole
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Protein and Vegetables

• 1 lb. shredded chicken breast
• 6 oz. cooked and chopped bacon (about 1/2 package)
• 3 cups frozen hash browns or shredded potatoes
• 2 crowns broccoli florets (about 2 heaping cups)
• 1 diced white onion (1.5 cups)
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms

Sauce

• 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 2 tbsp ghee
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 3.5 tbsp Primal Kitchen Organic Dijon Mustard
• 2 tsp dried thyme
• 2 tsp parsley flakes
• 2 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1.5 tbsp arrowroot flour dissolved in 2 tbsp water

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to prepare for baking the casserole.
2. Combine Ingredients: In a large casserole dish, add shredded chicken, chopped cooked bacon, frozen hash browns, broccoli florets, diced onion, and sliced mushrooms. Spread evenly.
3. Make Sauce: Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat and add ghee and minced garlic. Stir as the ghee melts and garlic sautés until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Add Sauce Ingredients: Pour in the canned coconut cream, chicken broth, almond milk, Dijon mustard, and dried herbs (thyme, parsley, rosemary), along with salt and pepper. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a slow simmer.
5. Thicken Sauce: Once simmering, add the dissolved arrowroot flour mixture to the sauce and immediately stir continuously. The sauce will thicken quickly and become a thick bubbling mixture.
6. Combine Sauce and Casserole: Pour the thickened sauce over the ingredients in the casserole dish. Stir thoroughly to coat all meat and vegetables well, then spread the mixture into an even layer.
7. Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour, or until the top turns golden brown and bubbling.

Notes

• If you don’t have cooked bacon, bake raw bacon on a sheet pan at 400°F for 12 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
• If chicken breast is not cooked, a rotisserie chicken can be shredded, or chicken breasts can be poached in water on the stovetop for a quick prep.
• Omit ghee for those with lactose allergy as this recipe is otherwise dairy-free.
• If using freshly shredded potatoes instead of frozen, reduce baking time by about 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown, to prevent overcooking.

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