Creamy Chicken Bake Recipe with Asparagus
Indulge in the Creamy Chicken Bake Recipe with Asparagus, a delightful one-dish meal that brings together tender chicken and vibrant asparagus in a luscious cheesy Dijon and lemon cream sauce. This casserole is not only quick to prepare but also packed with comforting flavors that will please the entire family. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser, combining simplicity and deliciousness. With just 20 minutes of prep time and effortless assembly, this dish allows you to focus on enjoying your meal rather than spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound asparagus
- 8 ounces mushrooms
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1½ cups shredded gouda or swiss cheese
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Steam asparagus in a microwave-safe dish with water until tender; set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat and cook chicken until browned and fully cooked; transfer to a greased casserole dish.
- Sauté onions and mushrooms in the same skillet until tender.
- Add broth, cream, seasonings, mustard, mayonnaise, and lemon juice to create a creamy sauce; simmer until thickened.
- Pour the sauce over chicken and asparagus; mix in shredded cheese.
- Top with additional cheese and bake for about 30 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg