Creamy Chicken Bake Recipe with Asparagus
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Chicken Bake Recipe featuring tender chicken and fresh asparagus enveloped in a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is a delightful blend of flavors that will have your family and friends asking for seconds. Its creamy texture, complemented by the freshness of asparagus and a hint of Dijon mustard, makes this casserole both satisfying and nutritious. Ready in just under an hour, it’s an easy weeknight dinner option that also reheats beautifully for leftovers. Whether served on a cozy family night or at a potluck, this creamy chicken bake is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1" pieces
- 1 pound asparagus, cut into 1" to 2" pieces and steamed
- ¼ cup onion, chopped
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1½ cups shredded gouda or swiss cheese (plus additional parmesan for topping)
- ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese (reserve for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Steam asparagus for about 3 minutes until tender; set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and cook chicken for about 6–8 minutes until browned.
- Remove chicken and place it in a greased casserole dish. Top with steamed asparagus.
- Sauté onions and mushrooms in the same skillet until tender.
- Lower the heat and add broth, cream, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, whisking until combined; bring to a simmer.
- Let the sauce thicken slightly (about 8–10 minutes), then pour over chicken and asparagus.
- Stir in shredded cheese until well mixed.
- Sprinkle reserved cheeses on top and bake for about 30 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg