So, my daughter-in-law served this awesome dish and I was like, ‘I need this recipe, pronto!’
This Asparagus & Bacon Chicken Potato Casserole combines seared chicken strips, tender diced potatoes, crisp bacon, and fresh asparagus in a rich thyme-infused cream sauce. Baked under a blanket of sharp cheddar cheese until bubbly and golden brown, this comforting dish makes a satisfying, all-in-one dinner.
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Asparagus & Bacon Chicken Potato Casserole
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Boneless, skinless chicken breasts | 4 |
| Fresh asparagus (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces) | 1 pound |
| Bacon, chopped | 6 slices |
| Diced potatoes (1/2-inch cubes) | 3 cups |
| Onion, diced | 1 medium |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| Chicken broth | 1 cup |
| Fresh thyme leaves | 1 teaspoon |
| Paprika | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Shredded sharp cheddar cheese | 1 cup |
| Salt and freshly ground black pepper | to taste |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
Step-By-Step Directions:
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Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Crisp bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the rendered grease in the pan.
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Sauté onion and garlic: Add the diced onion to the hot skillet and sauté until soft. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Sear chicken: Push the onion and garlic to the side, increase heat to medium-high, and add the chicken breasts. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika, then sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and slice into strips.
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Par-cook potatoes: In the same skillet, cook the diced potatoes for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
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Assemble casserole: Layer half of the softened potatoes into the baking dish, then top with the seared chicken strips, crisp bacon, and fresh asparagus pieces.
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Add cream mixture: Whisk together the heavy cream, chicken broth, and fresh thyme, then pour evenly over the layered casserole.
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Bake: Top with shredded sharp cheddar cheese and bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
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Rest and serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes for the sauce to thicken slightly before serving.
