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Chicken and Artichoke Casserole Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and chopped
- 8 slices of ham
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons margarine
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups skim milk
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup margarine, melted
- 1 cup bread crumbs
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare vegetables: In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and diced red onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 2 minutes until they begin to soften. If the vegetables start to stick, add a few drops of water to the skillet.
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Add artichokes: Stir in the chopped artichoke hearts and continue cooking for an additional 4 minutes, stirring often. Add water as needed to prevent sticking.
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Layer vegetables and protein: Pour the cooked vegetables into a 2-quart casserole dish. Layer the slices of ham and chicken breasts over the vegetables in the casserole dish.
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Prepare sauce: In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of margarine over medium heat. Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook until bubbly, stirring constantly.
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Thicken sauce: Gradually add the skim milk to the flour mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk until the sauce is thickened.
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Add cheese and seasoning: Stir in the shredded Swiss cheese, salt, and black pepper until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Pour sauce over casserole: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken and artichoke casserole in the dish.
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Prepare topping: In a small bowl, toss the bread crumbs with the melted margarine until well coated.
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Add topping: Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
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Bake: Place the casserole dish, uncovered, in the preheated oven. Bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, or until the topping is lightly browned and the casserole is heated through.
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Serve: Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and serve hot.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 287
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5.3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 770.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.2g
- Fiber: 2.8g
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Protein: 20.8g
This Chicken and Artichoke Casserole is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, flavorful artichokes, and savory ham, all topped with a creamy Swiss cheese sauce and crispy bread crumbs. It’s perfect for a quick and easy dinner any night of the week, and sure to be a hit with the whole family! Enjoy! 🍽️🥗🍗
