Here’s a delicious Gourmet Chicken & Mushroom Cassolette recipe — rich, savory, and worthy of a fine-dining experience.
🍷 Gourmet Chicken & Mushroom Cassolette
🍽️ Serves: 4
⏱️ Time: 20 min prep + 30 min baking
🛒 Ingredients:
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 small shallot, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
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1/2 lb mushrooms (cremini or wild mix), sliced
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1/4 cup white wine (dry, like Sauvignon Blanc)
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/4 cup chicken broth
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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1/2 tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1/2 cup grated Gruyère or Parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
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Optional: a pinch of nutmeg for depth
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Preheat oven:
To 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter 4 individual ramekins or small oven-safe dishes.
2. Sauté the filling:
In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Add shallots and cook until soft (2-3 min), then add garlic.
Add chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink. Add mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and begin to brown.
3. Deglaze & simmer:
Pour in white wine and cook 1-2 minutes. Stir in cream, chicken broth, mustard, thyme, and a pinch of nutmeg if using.
Simmer gently for 5–6 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Assemble the cassolette:
Spoon the mixture into prepared ramekins. Sprinkle cheese on top.
Optional: Add a light layer of breadcrumbs for crunch.
5. Bake:
Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
6. Garnish & serve:
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot. Pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a green salad.
💡 Variations:
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Seafood Cassolette: Use scallops, shrimp, or white fish with a creamy white wine sauce.
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Vegetarian: Swap chicken for roasted vegetables and use vegetable broth.
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Puff Pastry Top: Cover with puff pastry for a pot pie-style finish.
Would you like a version with lobster, truffle, or duck confit for an ultra-luxe twist? I can help with that too!
