Potato-Crusted Chicken Casserole
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. Bake: 40 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.
An herby, comforting filling is surrounded by a sliced potato “crust” in this unique casserole that tastes anything but healthy! Becky Matheny — Strasburg, Virginia
Ingredients
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1 large potato, thinly sliced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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FILLING:
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1-1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 tablespoon butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
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1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
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2 cups frozen peas and carrots
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/4 teaspoon dried basil
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Dash rubbed sage
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CRUMB TOPPING:
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1 cup soft bread crumbs
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1 tablespoon butter, melted
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
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1.
In a large bowl, toss potato slices with oil, salt and pepper. Arrange slices onto the bottom and sides of an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until potato is tender. Reduce heat to 350°.
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2.
Meanwhile, for filling, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove from skillet. In the same skillet, saute onion in butter. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in cheeses until melted. Stir in vegetables, seasonings and chicken. Spoon into potato crust.
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3.
Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over chicken mixture. Bake, uncovered, for 40-45 minutes or until bubbly and topping is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts
1 each: 340 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 674mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat.
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