French Chicken Casserole a la Normande

Slow braised chicken with the sweet and tangy flavor of apple cider makes this French Chicken Casserole a wonderful addition to the table. Chicken thighs and legs are cooked gently in cider and served with fried apple wedges.

Although the flavors feel especially suited to autumn, this casserole can be enjoyed any time of the year. The combination of tender chicken and seasonal apple brings a lovely balance of savory, tart, and sweet flavors.

There’s something particularly comforting about a creamy chicken casserole when the weather turns cooler. This version brings that familiar comfort together with a bright hit of apple for something a little different.

The seasonal character of the dish makes it especially appealing in autumn, when apple flavors naturally fit the mood. It’s the kind of casserole that can make the arrival of cooler days feel a little more inviting.

This chicken casserole has also been tested and tasted by both kids and adults, and it received wholehearted approval from everyone. That makes it a dish that can be enjoyed around the table by the whole family.

French Chicken Casserole a la Normande

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This chicken Normandy recipe (or chicken a la Normande) is a hearty French casserole that is perfect for this autumnal weather. A rustic family-style meal that’s easy enough for midweek. Chicken thighs and legs slowly braised in apple cider and served with fried apple wedges are as scrumptious as it sounds.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 lbs chicken thighs and legs
• salt
• 4 shallots diced or one medium onion
• 1 rib celery diced
• 4-5 thyme sprigs
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 125g/4 oz bacon lardons or 6 strips of bacon, chopped
• 2 tbsp brandy or whiskey
• 2 tbsp flour
• 85 ml/1/3 cup chicken stock
• 400ml/1 ½ cups hard dry apple cider such as Strongbow
• 2 apples peeled, cored and cut into wedges
• 125ml/1/2cup double cream/heavy cream

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