Chicken Yumbo
Discover ultimate comfort food with Chicken Yumbo, a creamy, cheesy baked chicken dish that's as hearty as it is flavorful. Juicy, paprika-seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then bathed in a luscious garlic cream sauce made with rich chicken broth, heavy cream, and fragrant Italian seasoning. Topped with a generous layer of melty mozzarella and cheddar cheeses and crispy slices of French bread, this one-pan wonder delivers layers of savory goodness and irresistible texture. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a meal to impress, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in under an hour and is sure to become a new favorite. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, and get ready to savor every bite of this indulgent baked chicken casserole!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 6 slices french bread, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown (they do not need to be fully cooked). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour into the skillet and whisk it into the butter and garlic to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually add the chicken broth while whisking constantly to create a smooth sauce. Stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Spread a thin layer of the sauce into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place the seared chicken breasts on top of the sauce.
Pour the remaining sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over the chicken and sauce.
Arrange the sliced French bread on top of the cheese layer, placing them slightly overlapping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the bread is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Chicken Yumbo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3821 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.1 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.3 g | 442% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 979 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 7131 mg | 310% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.5 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 310.2 g | 620% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1893 mg | 146% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 2538 mg | 54% | |
*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.
