Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Pie

Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Pie

Portions:6
Cooking Time:50 minutes
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Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish,

Ingredients

  • 2 cans 10.75 oz each cream of potato soup
  • 1 can 16 oz mixed vegetables, drained
  • 2 cups cooked diced chicken (or 4-5 cooked Market Day chicken steaks)
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 frozen pie crusts 9-inch, thawed

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of potato soup, mixed vegetables, cooked diced chicken, milk, thyme, and black pepper.
  • Mix until well combined.
  • Spoon the mixture into one of the prepared pie crusts.
  • Cover the filling with the second pie crust and crimp the edges to seal.
  • Make slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
  • Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  • Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Slice and serve your creamy chicken and vegetable pie!

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this comforting chicken and vegetable pie with a medium-bodied Chardonnay. Its buttery notes and subtle oakiness complement the creamy filling and flaky crust, enhancing your dining experience.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 490 kcal | Carbohydrates: 45 g | Protein: 15 g | Fat: 28 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 2 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish / Pie
Cuisine American

Cozy Chicken Wine Bake

Cozy Chicken Wine Bake

Portions:4
Cooking Time:1 hour 45 minutes
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Equipment

  • Heavy baking pan

Ingredients

  • 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
  • 1 package 1 oz onion soup mix
  • ½ cup red cooking wine
  • 4 chicken parts such as thighs or drumsticks, skin-on

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a heavy baking pan, mix together the cream of chicken soup, onion soup mix, and red cooking wine until well combined.
  • Place the chicken parts on top of the sauce mixture in the pan.
  • Cover the pan with a lid or aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve the chicken with the sauce spooned over the top.
  • Enjoy your cozy chicken wine bake!

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this comforting chicken dish with a medium-bodied Merlot. Its fruit-forward notes and smooth finish complement the richness of the sauce and the tender chicken, enhancing your dining experience.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 15 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine American
Diets Low Carb

Asian-Inspired Grilled Chicken Marinade

Asian-Inspired Grilled Chicken Marinade

Portions:4
(including marinating time) 6 hours
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Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Shallow dish or resealable plastic bag

Ingredients

  • 1 cup soy sauce gluten-free if needed
  • 3 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons dark Karo syrup or substitute honey or maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 5-6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce ensure gluten-free if needed
  • 4 whole chicken breasts skinless and boneless

Instructions

Prepare Marinade:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, water, dark Karo syrup, ground ginger, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Stir until well combined.

Marinate Chicken:

  • Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag.
  • Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated.
  • Cover the dish or seal the bag, and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

Preheat Grill:

  • Preheat your grill to low heat.

Grill Chicken:

  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
  • Grill the chicken on low heat for about 1 hour, or until cooked through, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Rest and Serve:

  • Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve hot and enjoy your Asian-inspired grilled chicken!

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:
Pair this flavorful grilled chicken with a crisp and refreshing Riesling. Its fruity notes and slight sweetness complement the savory marinade, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 250 kcal | Carbohydrates: 13 g | Protein: 40 g | Fat: 2 g | Fiber: 0 g | Sugar: 9 g
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Cuisine American / Asian / Fusion
Diets Low Carb

Cheesy Chicken and Ham Delight

Cheesy Chicken and Ham Delight

Portions:8
Cooking Time:43 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ cup fresh mushrooms sliced
  • cup butter
  • cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ – 3 cups milk divided
  • 1 cup half & half
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
  • 2 cups chopped cooked ham
  • 2 packages 10 oz each frozen puff pastry shells, baked

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
  • Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until tender, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from the saucepan and set aside.
  • In the same saucepan, melt 1/3 cup of butter over low heat.
  • Add the flour, stirring until smooth.
  • Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Gradually add 2 1/2 cups of milk, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly.
  • Stir in the half & half, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until the cheese melts and the mixture is smooth.
  • Stir in the chopped chicken and ham.
  • Add enough of the remaining 1/2 cup of milk for a thinner consistency, if desired.
  • To serve, spoon the chicken and ham mixture into the baked puff pastry shells.
  • Serve with a crisp green salad on the side.
  • Enjoy your cheesy chicken and ham delight!

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this indulgent dish with a medium-bodied Chardonnay. Its buttery notes and subtle oakiness complement the creamy sauce and rich flavors of the chicken and ham, enhancing the dining experience.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 560 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 26 g | Fat: 38 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 6 g
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Cuisine American

Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Delight

Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Delight

Portions:6
on low or 3-4 hours on high 8 hours
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 2.25 oz package dried beef, rinsed
  • 3-4 chicken breasts halved and deboned
  • 6-8 slices smoked lean bacon
  • 1 10.75 oz can cream of mushroom soup
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • Hot buttered noodles or rice for serving

Instructions

  • Grease the crockpot and arrange the rinsed dried beef on the bottom.
  • Wrap each piece of chicken with a strip of bacon and place them on top of the dried beef in the crockpot.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and flour.
  • Mix until smooth.
  • Pour the soup mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.
  • Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 7 to 9 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Serve the chicken over hot buttered noodles or rice.
  • Enjoy your bacon-wrapped chicken delight!

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this savory dish with a light-bodied Pinot Noir. Its fruity notes and delicate acidity complement the richness of the bacon-wrapped chicken, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 9 g | Protein: 32 g | Fat: 23 g | Fiber: 0.5 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Cuisine American

Creamy Chicken and Green Bean Bake

Creamy Chicken and Green Bean Bake

Portions:6
Cooking Time:1 hour
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Equipment

  • 9″ x 13″ baking dish

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts cooked and shredded
  • 2 cans 14.5 oz each green beans, drained
  • 1 can 8 oz water chestnuts, sliced
  • 2 cans 10.5 oz each cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, and lemon juice.
  • Stir until well combined.
  • In the 9″ x 13″ baking dish, layer the green beans, shredded chicken, sliced water chestnuts, and the soup mixture.
  • Sprinkle the grated Cheddar cheese evenly over the top layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the mixture is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown on top.
  • Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
  • Enjoy your creamy chicken and green bean bake!

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this comforting casserole with a medium-bodied Chardonnay. Its buttery texture and subtle oak notes complement the creamy sauce and rich flavors of the dish, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 680 kcal | Carbohydrates: 19 g | Protein: 35 g | Fat: 52 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 3 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine American

Crispy Potato Chip Crusted Chicken

Crispy Potato Chip Crusted Chicken

Portions:6
Cooking Time:55 minutes
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Equipment

  • Low-sided baking dish

Ingredients

  • 6 chicken breasts boneless
  • 1 bag potato chips crushed (choose gluten-free if necessary)
  • 1 stick 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a low-sided baking dish.
  • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
  • Dip each chicken breast into the melted butter mixture, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
  • Roll the butter-coated chicken breasts in the crushed potato chips until fully covered.
  • Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this indulgent dish with a crisp and fruity white wine like a Chardonnay or a Sauvignon Blanc to balance the richness of the chicken and potato chip crust. If you prefer red wine, opt for a light-bodied Pinot Noir.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 450 kcal | Carbohydrates: 21 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 28 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine American

Make-Ahead Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

Make-Ahead Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

Portions:8
plus overnight refrigeration 1 hour 10 minutes
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Equipment

  • 9″ x 13″ x 2″ baking dish

Ingredients

  • 8 chicken breast halves or 2 lbs. chicken tenders
  • 1-2 heads fresh broccoli chopped into florets
  • 1 can 10.5 oz. light cream of chicken soup, undiluted
  • ½ cup fat-free sour cream
  • ½ cup light mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons dry sherry
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon curry powder
  • cup Parmesan cheese grated

Instructions

  • Cook the chicken by sautéing in a tablespoon of oil until fully cooked.
  • Once cooked, coarsely chop the meat and set aside.
  • Cook the broccoli until tender-crisp.
  • Arrange the cooked broccoli in a lightly greased 9″ x 13″ x 2″ baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, dry sherry, paprika, mustard, and curry powder.
  • Thin the sauce with skim milk if necessary.
  • Spoon half of the sauce mixture over the broccoli in the baking dish.
  • Arrange the cooked chicken over the sauce.
  • Top the chicken with the remaining sauce.
  • Cover the baking dish and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Bake the casserole, uncovered, for 30 to 35 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  • Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve hot.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this creamy chicken and broccoli casserole with a crisp Chardonnay or a light-bodied Pinot Grigio to balance the richness of the sauce and cheese topping.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 9 g | Protein: 27 g | Fat: 14 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Course Casserole / Chicken
Cuisine American

Crispy Baked Chicken

Crispy Baked Chicken

Portions:6
Cooking Time:1 hour 15 minutes
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Equipment

  • 9″ x 13″ baking pan,
  • cooking spray

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs. chicken parts skinned
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ ounces breadcrumbs
  • 1 ounce Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Grease a 9″ x 13″ baking pan with cooking spray.
  • In a shallow bowl, mix together flour and salt.
  • In another shallow bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and water.
  • In yet another shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
  • Dip each chicken piece first into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and finally into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
  • Place the coated chicken pieces in the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy and golden brown.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this crispy baked chicken with a light and fruity Chardonnay or a sparkling Prosecco for a delightful contrast to the crunchy coating and juicy chicken.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 370 kcal | Carbohydrates: 16 g | Protein: 32 g | Fat: 18 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine American

Herb-Crusted Chicken Rolls

Herb-Crusted Chicken Rolls

Portions:4
Cooking Time:1 hour 15 minutes
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Equipment

  • baking dish
  • toothpicks

Ingredients

  • 2 whole chicken breasts skinned, boned, and halved
  • ½ cup dry breadcrumbs
  • cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons parsley minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Dash of pepper
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 lemon
  • Dash of paprika
  • ½ cup butter or margarine

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a baking dish.
  • In a shallow bowl, combine dry breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  • Add minced garlic to the melted butter and stir until fragrant.
  • If necessary, lightly pound the chicken breasts to even thickness.
  • Dip each chicken breast into the garlic butter mixture, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Roll each chicken breast into a light roll and secure with toothpicks.
  • Place the prepared chicken rolls in the greased baking dish.
  • Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the chicken rolls and drizzle any remaining garlic butter over them.
  • Sprinkle with a dash of paprika.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair these herb-crusted chicken rolls with a light-bodied Pinot Noir or a dry Riesling to complement the flavors of the garlic butter and Parmesan crust.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 420 kcal | Carbohydrates: 14 g | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 29 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine European