So, my daughter-in-law served this awesome dish and I was like, ‘I need this recipe, pronto!’
This Asparagus & Bacon Chicken Potato Casserole is a sophisticated, all-in-one meal that feels like a classic Sunday roast transformed into a single dish. The combination of smoky bacon grease for searing and a thyme-infused cream sauce ensures every component—from the earthy asparagus to the hearty potatoes—is bursting with flavor.
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Asparagus & Bacon Chicken Potato Casserole
Ingredients:
| PROTEIN & PRODUCE | AMOUNT |
| Chicken breasts, boneless & skinless | 4 |
| Fresh asparagus (trimmed & cut into 1-inch pieces) | 1 lb |
| Bacon slices, chopped | 6 |
| Potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes | 3 cups |
| Onion, diced | 1 medium |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| SAUCE & SEASONING | AMOUNT |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| Chicken broth | 1 cup |
| Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded | 1 cup |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Fresh thyme leaves | 1 teaspoon |
| Paprika | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Salt and black pepper | To taste |
How To Make Asparagus & Bacon Chicken Potato Casserole:
Step 1: Prep and Bacon: Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.1 In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crisp.2 Remove the bacon to drain on paper towels, but keep the grease in the skillet for flavor.
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Step 2: Sauté and Sear: Sauté the diced onion in the bacon grease until soft, then add the garlic for 1 minute. Move the onions to the side and add the chicken breasts (seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika). Sear for 3/4 minutes per side until golden. Remove the chicken and slice it into strips.
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Step 3: Soften the Potatoes: Add the diced potatoes to the same skillet and cook for about 5 minutes. This “head start” ensures the potatoes are perfectly tender by the time the chicken is done.
Step 4: Layer the Casserole: Arrange 1/2 of the potatoes in the baking dish. Layer the chicken strips, crispy bacon, and the asparagus pieces on top. Finish with the remaining potatoes.
Step 5: The Cream Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 cup of chicken broth, and the thyme. Pour this evenly over the casserole layers. Sprinkle the 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
Step 6: Bake and Rest: Bake uncovered for 25/30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the cream sauce to thicken into a velvety gravy.
