Chicken Cabbage Apple Casserole
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Chicken Cabbage Apple Casserole, a hearty one-dish meal that combines tender seared chicken breasts with a savory-sweet medley of sautéed cabbage, caramelized apples, and aromatic onions. Infused with rich cream, a touch of nutmeg, and a splash of white wine vinegar, this dish strikes a delightful balance of flavors. Topped with gooey cheddar cheese and a crispy breadcrumb-parsley crust, this baked casserole is as visually appealing as it is satisfying. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or an easy make-ahead meal, this gluten-friendly dish is ready in just under an hour and serves up all the deliciousness of farmhouse cooking in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 4 cups green cabbage
- 2 medium apples
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside. They don't need to be fully cooked yet.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Sauté the onion (diced) and garlic (minced) until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add the cabbage (sliced thinly) to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in the apples (peeled, cored, and sliced), white wine vinegar, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir everything together and bring it to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
Transfer the cabbage and apple mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Place the seared chicken breasts on top.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the dish. Then, mix the breadcrumbs with the chopped parsley and spread this mixture over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (165°F internal temperature) and the casserole is bubbly and golden brown on top.
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.4 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 169 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 1016 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 45.3 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 681 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
