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30 chicken casserole recipes for cosy dinners

The easy way to create a hearty weeknight meal.
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There’s something very satisfying about making a chicken casserole. Most of the time, you get the prep done, then just let it bubble away over a low heat for an easy dinner that has plenty of flavour. There are also lots of variations from around the world, as you’ll find with these chicken casserole recipes. From Moroccan chicken stew to a West African chicken mafé, Spanish chicken and a classic coq au vin, here are our best chicken casseroles for any occasion.

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CHICKEN, CELERIAC AND BROAD BEAN CASSEROLE
Slow cooker recipes
December 31, 2009

Chicken, celeriac and broad bean casserole

To freeze Complete the recipe to the end of step 3. Pack into freezer-proof containers, leaving a 2.5cm (1 inch) space to allow for expansion. Seal, label and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat in a saucepan or microwave on medium power (50%) until heated through, then continue from […]
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chicken casserole
Quick & Easy
May 31, 2009

Chicken casserole

You could use mixed char-grilled vegetables from a delicatessen instead of the bottled variety. This recipe is best made just before serving, it’s not suitable to freeze as the mushrooms will become tough and rubbery. Note
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Chicken country casserole
Baking
August 29, 2012

Country chicken casserole

Always ensure that your leek is washed well before cooking. A bouquet garni is a bundle of herbs tied together with string, used to prepare soup, stock, and various stews. It is cooked with the other ingredients, but removed prior to consumption. Note
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What goes well with chicken casserole?

If you want to serve something with your chicken casserole, some popular options include:

  • Mashed potato
  • Rice
  • Pasta
  • Crusty bread
  • Green beans
  • Steamed vegetables
  • Side salad
  • Quinoa

Some chicken casserole recipes are also perfect served on their own, thanks to the rich flavours and other ingredients.

What’s the difference between a chicken stew and a casserole?

Traditionally a stew would be cooked on the stove and a casserole would be cooked in the oven, as the name “casserole” actually comes from the French baking dish it was originally made in. But the terms casserole and stew are often used interchangeably in Australia, New Zealand the UK and some other countries. In fact, not all of the chicken casserole recipes here are cooked in the oven.

There is one notable exception, though. In the US, the term casserole is typically used to refer to a baked dish that includes meat, vegetables, sauce, pasta (or another starch) and cheese. So, some American chicken casserole recipes might actually be closer to what we’d call a “pasta bake” in Australia.

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