Delicious Chicken Amandine Casserole Recipe
If you love creamy chicken dishes with a crunchy topping, this Delicious Chicken Amandine Casserole Recipe is perfect. It is rich, comforting and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup green beans optional
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish lightly.
Toast Almonds
- In a skillet, toast sliced almonds for 2–3 minutes until golden. Set aside.
Cook Aromatics
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Add onion and garlic. Cook until soft and fragrant.
Make Sauce
- Add heavy cream, chicken broth, salt, pepper, paprika and lemon juice. Simmer 3–4 minutes.
Combine Chicken
- Add shredded chicken and optional green beans to the sauce. Mix well.
Assemble Casserole
- Transfer mixture to the baking dish.
Add Topping
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese and toasted almonds evenly on top.
Bake
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Cool Slightly
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep
- Add mushrooms for extra flavor
- Use crushed crackers instead of breadcrumbs
- Swap green beans with broccoli or peas
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for slight heat
- Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version