Indulge in a culinary masterpiece of Chicken and Yellow Zucchini Squash Casserole with Rosemary, a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and become a staple in your home cooking. This delectable casserole combines tender chicken, vibrant yellow zucchini squash, and aromatic rosemary, all enveloped in a creamy and flavorful sauce. The journey begins with searing succulent chicken breasts until golden brown, infusing them with a savory crust. Next, embark on a flavorful expedition by sautéing onions, bell peppers, and garlic, creating a fragrant base for the casserole. Enter the star of the show: yellow zucchini squash, sliced and sautéed until tender yet retaining a delightful bite.
Unveil the secret ingredient that elevates this dish to greatness: a homemade rosemary-infused cream sauce. Fresh rosemary sprigs are steeped in milk, releasing their distinct aroma and flavor, which are then combined with a roux of butter and flour, creating a velvety and herbaceous sauce. This delectable sauce embraces the chicken and vegetables, harmonizing their flavors into a cohesive masterpiece. Nestled within this flavorful embrace, the casserole bakes in the oven until bubbly and golden brown, promising a symphony of textures and flavors in every bite. Discover variations of this exceptional recipe, including a vegetarian option that swaps chicken for roasted vegetables, ensuring that everyone can savor this culinary delight.
CHEESY CHICKEN AND SQUASH CASSEROLE
Leftover chicken combines with yellow squash, onions, and a tasty cheese sauce in this comforting casserole. My son is not really fond of squash, but the aromas of the well seasoned sauce caught his interest, and he enjoyed his dinner. A crusty bread and a tossed salad will complete your menu.
Provided by Bibi
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 1/2-quart baking dish and set aside.
- Bring about 5 cups of lightly salted water to a boil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Add squash, onion, parsley, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring back to a boil and cook over medium heat until squash is fork-tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and discard parsley sprigs and bay leaf. Lightly press squash to remove additional liquid, then set aside.
- Wipe out the saucepan and return to the heat. Melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Sprinkle in flour and stir, working out any lumps, until flour and butter start to bubble, about 2 minutes. Gradually stir in milk and heat to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until sauce thickens, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Remove sauce from heat and stir in seasoned salt, Worcestershire sauce, and nutmeg. Drizzle 2 tablespoons into the egg yolks, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Repeat with 2 additional tablespoons. Drizzle warmed eggs slowly back into the saucepan and stir until sauce is smooth. Stir in 1/2 of the Gruyere cheese and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place well drained squash and onion into the prepared baking dish. Top with chicken. Pour sauce over chicken and squash and stir gently to coat.
- Combine 2 teaspoons butter, remaining Gruyere cheese, and bread crumbs for the topping. Spread evenly over the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the top is browned and bubbly, about 35 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 153.3 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 445.3 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
CHICKEN AND SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
This rich and saucy casserole is classic Southern comfort food and a great way to use leftover chicken or turkey. It's worth the indulgence!
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Chicken
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add squash and onions and cook just until softened, 7 to 10 minutes. Don't overcook. Remove from heat and stir in chicken, Cheddar cheese, and crackers.
- Whisk mayonnaise, eggs, ranch dressing, and pepper together in a bowl. Gently stir into squash mixture and spread into the prepared baking dish.
- Combine stuffing mix and 1/2 cup melted butter in a separate bowl. Sprinkle over squash mixture, pressing down slightly.
- Bake in the preheated oven until set and lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 163.7 mg, Fat 49.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 705.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
CHICKEN AND YELLOW & ZUCCHINI SQUASH CASSEROLE WITH ROSEMARY
This light and quick chicken fricassee creates a savory and wholesome dish. The ingredients can be prepared up to 2 hours in advance, then cooked with the chicken 20 to 25 minutes before serving.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 1h12m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
- Season the chicken with salt, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of sugar.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large roasting pan over high heat.
- Add the chickens, skin side down, and saute until golden, about 4 to 6 minutes.
- Turn them over and add the garlic, squash and zucchini slices, bay leaf, rosemary, lime zest, and salt.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over the casserole and carefully toss.
- Place the pan in the oven and roast for 15 to 20 minutes, tossing 2 or 3 times.
- Place the tomato slices in a bowl.
- Season with salt, a pinch of cayenne pepper and sugar.
- Toss them in 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and the lime juice and spread them over the chicken-squash casserole.
- Cook for 5 to 7 minutes more.
- Discard the bay leaf and rosemary sprigs, transfer the chicken and garnish to a large serving platter, and keep warm.
- Add the stock or water to the pan drippings and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes over medium heat.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, mix well, and strain the sauce.
- Place the chickens on a platter.
- Arrange the vegetables over them.
- Spoon the sauce evenly over the warm dish.
CHEESY ZUCCHINI & SQUASH CASSEROLE
Everyone loves this recipe! Don't skimp on butter or parmesan cheese. I made this one time without frying squash first and didn't use butter, there wasn't any buttery juices which make this casserole. A crowd pleaser and worth the calories!
Provided by Mainely Debbie
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h45m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Slice squash in 1/2 inch slices.
- Slice onion into thin slices and then each slice into 4.
- Slice tomatoes in half then each half in half and then in half again.
- Mix the squash together with the onion and fry on medium heat using 4 tablespoons butter for each batch; I do 4 batches, 1 at a time so you don't overload frying pan; make sure not to brown the squash, cook about 5 minutes each batch, add quarter of tomatoes and mix.
- Layer vegetable in a single layer in a large casserole dish that has been sprayed with Pam. Coat the top of vegetables with 4 oz. parmesan cheese, repeat layers ending with parmesan cheese.
- Cover and bake in a 350 oven for 2 hours or until squash is done.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.9, Fat 32.1, SaturatedFat 19.7, Cholesterol 88.7, Sodium 846.2, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 8.5, Protein 22
YELLOW SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI GRATIN
This gratin is the perfect way to use up an abundance of summer squash. It's easy to prepare, takes just 10 minutes in the oven and serves up bubbly and delicious. -Jonathan Lawler, Greenfield, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add zucchini, yellow squash and shallots. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more., Add the cream; cook until thickened, 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup bread crumbs and 1/4 cup cheese. Spoon mixture into a greased 11x7-in. or 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining bread crumbs and cheese. Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CHICKEN YELLOW SQUASH CASSEROLE
Make and share this Chicken Yellow Squash Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Barenakedchef
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook chicken, cool and remove from bone.
- Bring squash to boil in broth and cook 8 minutes.
- Drain and combine all vegetables.
- Combine sour cream, soup and salt and pepper.
- Add chicken and veggies.
- Spoon into lightly greased 9x13" baking dish.
- Combine stuffing and butter.
- Sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake at 350 for 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 628.9, Fat 47.4, SaturatedFat 18.4, Cholesterol 182.8, Sodium 656.6, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 6.7, Protein 38.6
Tips:
- Choose small and tender zucchini squash. Larger zucchini can be tough and watery.
- Use fresh herbs, especially rosemary. Dried herbs can be used, but they will not have as much flavor.
- Do not overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
- Use a good quality cheese. A sharp cheddar or Parmesan cheese will add a lot of flavor to the casserole.
- Serve the casserole hot. It can be reheated, but it is best when served fresh out of the oven.
Conclusion:
This chicken and yellow zucchini squash casserole with rosemary is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It is perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual gathering. The casserole is packed with flavor, thanks to the fresh herbs, cheese, and chicken. The zucchini squash adds a touch of sweetness and a boost of nutrition. This casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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