Creamy Rosemary Chicken Artichoke Bake

Chicken & Artichoke Casserole

Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chicken broth
• 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
• 8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup butter
• 3/4 cup half-and-half
• 2 tbsp dry sherry
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• 2 roma tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup orzo pasta, cooked

Instructions:

1. Poach Chicken: In a large skillet, poach the chicken breasts in chicken broth until tender. Reserve 3/4 cup of the chicken broth for later use.

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2. Prepare Casserole: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Place the poached chicken breasts in a casserole dish and arrange the quartered artichoke hearts on top.

3. Sauté Mushrooms: In the same skillet used for poaching chicken, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Sauté the sliced mushrooms until they are golden brown and tender. Remove from heat.

4. Make Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the remaining butter over medium heat. Slowly add in the flour, salt, pepper, and dried rosemary, stirring constantly until the mixture is bubbly and golden.

5. Add Liquid Ingredients: Gradually pour in the reserved chicken broth and half-and-half, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil and let it thicken.

6. Finish Sauce: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and dry sherry until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.

7. Assemble Casserole: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken and artichokes in the casserole dish. Then, top with the sautéed mushrooms and chopped tomatoes.

8. Bake: Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and bubbly.

9. Serve: Serve the Chicken & Artichoke Casserole hot over cooked orzo pasta or your favorite pasta of choice.

This flavorful Chicken & Artichoke Casserole combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, earthy mushrooms, and tangy artichoke hearts for a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the rich flavors and hearty textures of this delicious casserole from Love With Recipes!