Best 7 Au Gratin Chicken Chowder Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting warmth of Au Gratin Chicken Chowder, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends the richness of creamy chicken chowder with a golden-brown, cheesy crust. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Dive into a hearty bowl of creamy chicken chowder, brimming with tender pieces of chicken, an array of flavorful vegetables, and a medley of aromatic herbs and spices. As you savor each spoonful, the velvety smooth texture of the chowder envelops your senses, while the subtle heat of the spices awakens your palate. Experience the perfect balance of flavors and textures as you encounter tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and the occasional burst of savory herbs.

The culinary journey doesn't end there. Au Gratin Chicken Chowder takes a delightful turn with a luscious topping of melted cheese, forming an irresistible golden-brown crust. This cheesy crown adds an extra layer of richness and texture to the chowder, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and sensations. Each bite becomes a delightful symphony of creamy, savory, and slightly tangy notes, leaving you utterly satisfied. Whether you're seeking a comforting meal on a chilly evening or a culinary adventure to impress your loved ones, Au Gratin Chicken Chowder stands as a testament to the transformative power of simple, wholesome ingredients combined with culinary expertise. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that promises to warm your soul and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AU GRATIN CHICKEN AND POTATO BAKE



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Make and share this Au Gratin Chicken and Potato Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 lbs of your favorite chicken parts
1 (5 1/4 ounce) package au gratin potato mix
2 1/4 cups boiling water
2/3 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
2 tablespoons grated onions
1 (10 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables, thawed and drained
1/4 cup Italian style breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF.
  • In large skillet, sprayed with non-stick cooking spray, brown chicken on all sidesand drain on paper towels.
  • Pour potatoes and sauce mix into large rectangular baking pan.
  • Stir in water, milk and mustard.
  • Mix in onion and vegetables.
  • Top with chicken pieces.
  • Roast, uncovered, 45 to 55 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and cheese.
  • Cook another 5 minutes, or until breadcrumbs brown and chicken juices run clear when stuck with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 831.7, Fat 38.5, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 228.2, Sodium 1132, Carbohydrate 45.6, Fiber 5, Sugar 0.7, Protein 77.5

AU GRATIN CHICKEN BAKE



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Cheddar just makes dinner better. This convenient ingredient combo can be on the table in less than an hour for family or friends!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bag (14 oz) frozen broccoli florets, thawed and drained
1 box (7.8 oz) Betty Crocker™ Deluxe creamy Cheddar au gratin potatoes
2 cups boiling water
2 tablespoons margarine or butter
1/2 cup milk
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 1/4 lb)
2 slices (1 oz each) Cheddar cheese, cut diagonally in half

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 11x7-inch baking dish or 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • Spread broccoli in baking dish. Stir Potatoes, Sauce Mix, Cheese Sauce, boiling water and margarine in medium bowl. Stir in milk. Spread over broccoli. Place chicken breast halves on potato mixture.
  • Bake uncovered 30 minutes. Place cheese slices on chicken. Sprinkle with Topping. Bake 3 to 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and juice of chicken is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut. Let stand 5 minutes or until sauce is as thick as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1120 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 3 g

CHICKEN AU GRATIN CHOWDER



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Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package Au Gratin Potatoes
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups hot water
1/14 cup chicken broth
1 can corn, drained
6 bacon strips cooked and crumbled (I use the real bacon bits)
1½ cups of milk
3 cups cooked, cubed or shredded chicken
⅔ cup evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Add potatoes with the contents of sauce mix, onion, water, broth and corn to a large pot. Cook uncovered, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Reduce heat and stir in chicken, milk, evaporated milk, and bacon. Heat thoroughly and serve.

CHICKEN & VEGGIE AU GRATIN CHOWDER



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Soup day for sure. Cleaning the pantry and frige. Sometimes You come up with the best meals this way! Enjoy my leftovers, semi-homemade chowder!

Provided by Lisa G. Sweet Pantry Gal

Categories     Chowders

Number Of Ingredients 14

2-3 chicken breast
4 c chicken stock
1 medium chopped onion
2 minced garlic cloves
2 celery stalks
3 cut carrots
3 c veggies of choice (leftovers or canned)
1 box au gratin potatoes (or leftover)
3 c water
1/4 c heavy cream or milk
celery salt, s&p to taste
GARNISH
chopped celery leaves
chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • 1. In large saute pan, cook (seasoned with S&P)chicken breast for 4 min each side, add onions and garlic for 2 min. stirring. Add chopped carrots and celery with tablespoon butter and saute for 3min.
  • 2. Add chicken stock and 2 cups water, bring to boil and simmer for 2 hours. Stir and break up chicken, add box of potatoes and cup and a half water, bring back to boil for 5 min.
  • 3. Lower heat to med. Add veggies of choice continue to cook for another 10min. Lower to simmer add cream and seasonings and cover for 5min. Soup will thicken, if need be add more chicken stock. Chop and add celery and parsley leaves.

EASY CHICKEN AND CORN CHOWDER



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This is a super easy chicken and corn chowder recipe that can be made quickly on the stove top or in a slow cooker.

Provided by Athyna

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Corn Chowder Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup butter
1 small carrot, finely diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 small onion, finely diced
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups white corn kernels
1 ½ cups yellow corn kernels
4 russet potatoes, diced
2 cooked rotisserie chicken breast halves, shredded
4 cups chicken stock, divided
2 ½ cups half-and-half
1 pinch nutmeg
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir carrot, celery, onion, and garlic into hot butter until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Stir flour into mixture to make a paste; cook until lightly browned and flour gives off a slightly toasted smell, about 5 minutes. Watch carefully, flour burns easily. Remove saucepan from heat and set aside to cool, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir white and yellow corn, potatoes, chicken, and 3 cups of chicken stock in a large soup pot over medium heat. Whisk remaining 1 cup chicken stock into vegetables and flour mixture until thoroughly combined. Stir mixture into ingredients in soup pot. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thick, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir half-and-half, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper into chowder. Bring back to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.9 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 489.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

EASY CORN AND CRAB CHOWDER



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This is a simple yet flavorful chowder that can be prepared in a jiffy. Chicken curry variation is just as easy, and just as tasty. Leftovers make a great casserole or au gratin the next day.

Provided by R. Estes

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Corn Chowder Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 russet potato, peeled and cubed
5 slices bacon, diced
½ onion, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can crab meat, drained
½ teaspoon parsley flakes
2 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup dry white wine
1 cube chicken bouillon
1 ½ cups milk
1 (15 ounce) can creamed corn
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Wrap potato cubes in plastic wrap, and microwave for 30 seconds. Set aside.
  • In a saute pan, cook bacon over medium heat until heated through, and add chopped onions. Cook and stir until onions are clear. Stir in crab meat and parsley flakes. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a large stock pot over low heat. Whisk in flour until mixture becomes creamy and takes on a eggshell color. Continue to cook for a few more minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in wine. Dissolve chicken bouillon in milk; when the flour mixture is crumbly, slowly whisk in the milk. Mix well in order to eliminate all lumps.
  • When the mixture is creamy and hot, stir in bacon mixture, cubed potatoes, and creamed corn. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • For a creamy curry variation add 2 tablespoons curry powder after adding the wine to the flour mixture, and substitute cooked, cubed chicken for the bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.1 calories, Carbohydrate 45.6 g, Cholesterol 83.9 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 1146.2 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

CHICKEN AU GRATIN



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This casserole has the potatoes and chicken baked together in one dish, smothered in the most wonderful-tasting cheese sauce...a favorite supper at our house....if you don't have any cooked chicken, this can be made with cooked turkey or cubed cooked ham, or even cooked shrimp, any way that you choose to make it this is a real winner.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons shallots
2 cloves fresh minced garlic
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
2 tablespoons chives or 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
3 cups diced cooked chicken
1/2 lb cooked green beans, blanched and well drained
3 large carrots, julienned
4 potatoes, cut in thin slices
1/2-1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Set oven to 450 degrees.
  • Set oven rack to center position.
  • Butter a baking dish (large enough to hold casserole).
  • For the cheese sauce, melt butter over low heat in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  • Gently cook shallots and garlic for a few minutes, or less, be careful not to brown.
  • Gradually whisk in cream, and then the chicken broth, whisk and cook until smooth (about 5 minutes).
  • Blend in grated cheese and green onions, stir until blended.
  • Set sauce aside.
  • In a baking dish, place the diced chicken, and cover with about 1 cup cheese sauce.
  • Top with carrots and green beans.
  • Cover with half of potato slices.
  • Then pour half of the remaining cheese sauce over the carrots and beans.
  • Cover with remainig potato slices, then finish with the remainder of sauce on top of potatoes.
  • Sprinkle top with grated cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the center of oven for 40-45 mins.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your chowder taste its best. Look for free-range chicken, organic vegetables, and a good quality broth.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When adding the vegetables to the pot, make sure not to overcrowd it. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make the chowder watery.
  • Cook the vegetables until they are tender: Don't rush the cooking process. Cook the vegetables until they are tender but still retain a bit of their crunch.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is one of the most important ingredients in au gratin chicken chowder. Use a cheese that melts well and has a good flavor, such as Gruyère, cheddar, or Parmesan.
  • Broil the chowder until it is golden brown: Broiling the chowder will give it a delicious golden brown crust. Keep a close eye on the chowder while it is broiling so that it doesn't burn.

Conclusion:

Au gratin chicken chowder is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a chowder that will impress your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give au gratin chicken chowder a try.

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