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Creamy Dijon Chicken Casserole: Whole30, Paleo, and Gluten-Free

Creamy Dijon Chicken Casserole
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This Creamy Dijon Chicken Casserole is a deliciously rich and wholesome dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and hearty vegetables in a luscious dairy-free Dijon cream sauce. Perfect for Whole30, Paleo, and gluten-free diets, it’s a modern twist on classic comfort food that’s ideal for meal prep or family dinners.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 lb shredded chicken breast (pre-cooked or rotisserie works well)
  • 6 oz cooked and chopped bacon (about ½ package)
  • 3 cups frozen hash browns (or freshly shredded potatoes)
  • 2 crowns broccoli florets (about 2 heaping cups)
  • 1 diced white onion (1.5 cups)
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms

Sauce Ingredients:

  • 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup almond milk
  • 2 tbsp ghee (or substitute with coconut oil)
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 3.5 tbsp Dijon mustard (Primal Kitchen recommended)
  • 2 tsp dried thyme, parsley flakes, and rosemary (each)
  • 1 tsp salt + ½ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1½ tbsp arrowroot flour dissolved in 2 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large casserole dish, combine shredded chicken, cooked bacon, broccoli florets, diced onion, mushrooms, and hash browns. Mix evenly.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt ghee and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1–2 minutes). Add coconut cream, chicken broth, almond milk, Dijon mustard, herbs, salt, and pepper. Stir occasionally until the mixture simmers.
  3. Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the arrowroot slurry and whisk constantly until the sauce thickens and bubbles gently. Remove from heat.
  4. Assemble & Bake: Pour the thickened sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture in the casserole dish. Stir to coat evenly and spread into an even layer. Bake uncovered for 1 hour or until golden brown on top.
  5. Serve & Enjoy: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving warm.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this casserole with cauliflower rice or a fresh side salad for a complete meal. It’s also great alongside roasted vegetables or sautéed green beans.

Tips & Tricks:

  • Use pre-cooked chicken and bacon to save time.
  • Frozen hash browns are convenient but ensure they’re Whole30-compliant with no additives. For fresh potatoes, reduce baking time by ~15 minutes.

Storage & Reheating:

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm larger portions in the oven at 350°F for about 15–20 minutes. To freeze, assemble but do not bake; thaw overnight before baking as directed.

Find it online: https://paleo.recipes/creamy-dijon-chicken-casserole/