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Creamy chicken bake recipe featuring tender chicken and fresh asparagus

Creamy Chicken Asparagus Bake

A comforting creamy chicken bake with asparagus, featuring buttery richness and bright citrus notes, perfect for weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1" pieces)
  • 1 pound asparagus (cut into 1" to 2" pieces then steamed)
  • 0.25 cup onion (chopped)
  • 8 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.25 cup mayonnaise (I used an avocado oil mayonnaise)
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1.5 cups shredded gouda or swiss cheese (reserve ¼ cup parmesan for the top)
  • 0.5 cup shredded parmesan cheese (reserve ¼ cup for the top)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Place asparagus pieces in a microwave-safe dish with ¼ cup water. Cover and steam for 3 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
Cooking Chicken
  1. In a 12" skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, turning after it starts to brown. Continue cooking until done, about 3 to 4 more minutes.
  2. Remove chicken and place in a greased casserole dish. Top with steamed asparagus. Cover and keep warm.
Making the Sauce
  1. Add onions and mushrooms to the skillet. Sauté until tender.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and add broth, cream, salt, pepper, thyme, dijon, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Whisk together and bring to a simmer.
  3. Stirring frequently, cook until sauce is reduced and starts to thicken about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the cheese.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Pour the mixture over the casserole. Sprinkle the top with the remaining cheeses. Bake for 30 minutes until bubbly and chicken is done.
  2. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, let the chicken rest before searing and steam asparagus briefly to retain color and snap. Can make ahead and freeze for longer storage.