Best 9 Chicken Au Gratin Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable realm of Chicken Au Gratin, a classic French dish that tantalizes taste buds with its rich, creamy, and cheesy flavors. This culinary masterpiece features tender chicken enveloped in a luscious sauce made from butter, flour, milk, and a generous amount of cheese, typically Gruyère or Parmesan. The chicken is first seared to perfection, then nestled in a bed of cooked vegetables, mushrooms, and aromatic herbs. The dish is then baked until the sauce is bubbling and golden brown, creating an irresistible crust that complements the succulent chicken and tender vegetables.

This article presents a collection of Chicken Au Gratin recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences.

- **Classic Chicken Au Gratin:** Experience the traditional flavors of this timeless dish with a recipe that stays true to its French roots.

- **Easy Chicken Au Gratin:** Discover a simplified version of Chicken Au Gratin that streamlines the process without compromising on taste.

- **Chicken and Broccoli Au Gratin:** Elevate the classic recipe by incorporating fresh broccoli florets, adding a vibrant green hue and a delightful crunch.

- **Chicken and Spinach Au Gratin:** Delight in a variation that combines tender chicken with nutrient-rich spinach, creating a colorful and flavorful dish.

- **Chicken and Mushroom Au Gratin:** Indulge in a hearty and umami-packed version that features a medley of mushrooms, sautéed to perfection.

- **Individual Chicken Au Gratin:** Create elegant individual servings of Chicken Au Gratin, perfect for special occasions or intimate gatherings.

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

WARM CHICKEN TORTELLINI AU GRATIN



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This is one of my favorite recipes. Pasta from Monday plus roasted chicken from Tuesday equals this delicious dish on Wednesday. It's fast and delicious, and paired with a green salad and toasty bread, you have a meal that's fancy enough for company. -Brenda Cole, Reisterstown, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cans (14 ounces each) water-packed artichoke hearts
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
3 cups refrigerated spinach tortellini, cooked
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
1-1/2 cups grated Asiago cheese, divided
Fresh basil, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Drain artichoke hearts, reserving 1/4 cup of juices. Coarsely chop; combine with chicken, tortellini, mayonnaise, 1 cup cheese and reserved artichoke liquid. Place artichoke mixture in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake until bubbly and starting to brown, about 30 minutes. If desired, garnish with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 709 calories, Fat 54g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 859mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein.

SIMPLE AU GRATIN POTATOES



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These homemade au gratin potatoes are always welcome at our dinner table, and they're so simple to make. A perfect complement to ham, this homey potato gratin also goes well with pork, chicken and other entrees. -Cris O'Brien, Virginia Beach, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
5 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes (about 6 medium)
1/2 cup chopped onion
Additional pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted. Add potatoes and onion., Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake 1 hour. Uncover; bake 30-40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. If desired, top with additional pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 605mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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.

CHICKEN AND PEAS AU GRATIN CASSEROLE



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Two words: yummy, easy!

Provided by ajo263

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups cubed skinless, boneless chicken
4 cups torn bread pieces
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup butter, melted
2 cups frozen peas
¼ cup butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and set aside.
  • Toss the bread pieces, Cheddar cheese, and 1/4 cup melted butter together in a bowl; spread about half of the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer the peas and chicken atop the bread layer.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in a saucepan over medium heat; stir the flour, milk, salt, and pepper into the melted butter. Cook and stir the sauce until smooth and thick, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour over the casserole. Top with the remaining bread mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top begins to brown, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 103.8 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 994.5 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

CHICKEN AU GRATIN CASSEROLE



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A comfort meal. If you love cheese, you'll love this one. Source: Dairy Farmers of Canada. For a change of taste, shred Canadian Gruyere, Canadian Oka or Canadian Colby. These cheeses are all great substitutes for Canadian Havarti.

Provided by Baton Twirling

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons softened butter
1 1/2 lbs boneless chicken breasts
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
2 whole cloves (optional)
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper
4 cups tortiglioni (or any other short pasta)
2 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 lb canadian havarti cheese, shredded
3/4 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Melt half the butter in a large casserole over medium heat, add chicken and brown on both sides.
  • Pour in wine and chicken broth, add tarragon, cloves, onion, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Cover and let simmer over low heat for about 20 to 25 minutes, until chicken is tender.
  • Cook the tortiglioni according to instructions on package, adding broccoli florets to the cooking water together with pasta.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • Remove the chicken from the casserole and cut into dices.
  • Keep warm.
  • Mix together the second half of butter and the flour.
  • Stir in mixture to remaining juices in casserole.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat, gently stir in tortiglioni, broccoli and chicken dices.
  • Pour in ovenproof dish, top with shredded Canadian Havarti cheese and breadcrumbs.
  • Cook in the oven at 350 ºF (180 ºC) for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Serve hot.

AU GRATIN CHICKEN CHOWDER



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Everyone will want more of this quick and robust chowder. The flavor is unbeatable! Use up canned corn and packaged potatoes for an easy meal. -Ella Eberly, Englewood, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 bacon strips, diced
1 small onion, chopped
1 package (4.9 ounces) au gratin potatoes
2 cups water
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 bay leaf
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
2/3 cup evaporated milk

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings., Saute onion in drippings until tender. Add the potatoes with contents of sauce mix, water, milk, broth, corn and bay leaf. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally., Reduce heat. Stir in the chicken, evaporated milk and bacon; heat through. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 1162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

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

CHICKEN POTATO AU GRATIN



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Instead of rice, this chicken casserole uses potatoes. I buy the rotisserie chicken from the grocery store to cut back on time. Substitute another cheese if you like...it works with most any kind.

Provided by getoutofmygalley

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 store-bought rotisserie-cooked chicken
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup milk
1 small onion, minced
1 cup peas, frozen
1 teaspoon mustard
4 medium potatoes, sliced thin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup romano cheese, grated
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Spray a casserole dish with vegetable cooking spray.
  • Now, get ready to tear that bird apart! Take off the skin and separate the meat from the bones, tearing into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  • In a bowl, mix together the garlic, sour cream, 1/4 cup of the milk, onion, peas and mustard.
  • Sprinkle potatoes with salt and pepper.
  • Place 1/3 of the potatoes in the dish; top with half the chicken, then half the sour cream mixture.
  • Repeat layers and then top with remaining third of the potatoes.
  • Pour remaining 1/2 cup of milk over all; sprinkle with romano cheese.
  • Mix the butter with the bread crumbs and sprinkle over the top.
  • Bake in 375 degree oven about 1 hour, or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.8, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 96.6, Sodium 451.8, Carbohydrate 35.1, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 29.5

CHICKEN AND POTATO GRATIN WITH BROWN BUTTER CREAM



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This gratin is decidedly autumnal, inspired by a recipe from one of my favorite food writers, Richard Olney. Olney's chicken gratin calls for making a savory custard, but here you'll combine brown butter and heavy cream with aromatics for a flavorful and easy sauce instead. It's still a luxurious dish. The breadcrumbs for the topping get toasted separately, so they stay crisp and the chicken (ideally seasoned a day in advance so the salt has time to work its way into the meat) and vegetables can get nicely browned and crisp too. I love that this gratin can reinvent itself based on what's available at the market (or in my fridge). In the spring, you might make it with asparagus and young onions; in summer, with tomato wedges, swapping in olive oil for the cream. I recommend serving this fall version with lemon wedges for squeezing over to cut the richness of the dish. A brightly dressed arugula salad would also do the trick.

Provided by Christian Reynoso

Categories     Dinner     Casserole/Gratin     Chicken     Potato     Shallot     Butter     Milk/Cream     Garlic     Pepper     Nutmeg     Thyme     Sage     Lemon

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 lb. skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks
7½ tsp. kosher salt, divided
1 lb. small potatoes (such as fingerling or baby Yukon Gold), halved lengthwise
8 oz. small or medium shallots, halved through root ends
5 Tbsp. unsalted butter, divided
¾ cup heavy cream
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
¼ tsp. freshly grated or ground nutmeg
8 sprigs thyme
8 sage leaves
3½ oz. country-style bread, preferably day-old, torn into large pieces
1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)

Steps:

  • Season chicken all over with 4 tsp. salt. Place in an airtight container and cover. Chill at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
  • Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 425°F. Toss potatoes, shallots, and 2 tsp. salt in a large bowl.
  • Melt 4 Tbsp. butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring often, until butter foams, then browns, 5-8 minutes. Immediately remove from heat (it will continue to darken) and stir in cream, garlic, pepper, nutmeg, and remaining 1½ tsp. salt. Set saucepan over medium-low heat and cook, stirring, until salt is dissolved and mixture is warm to the touch. Stir in thyme and sage; remove from heat.
  • Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. butter in a large stainless-steel skillet over medium-high until melted and bubbling. Working in 2 batches, cook chicken, skin side down, until golden underneath, about 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a 13x9" or 3-qt. baking dish and arrange skin side up. Set skillet with pan drippings aside. Nestle potatoes and shallots around chicken (don't place on top). Pour brown butter cream over chicken and vegetables, making sure herbs and spices are evenly dispersed and tucking herbs into vegetables so they don't get too crispy when they bake.
  • Bake gratin until cream is mostly reduced and chicken and vegetables are dark golden brown, about 40 minutes. Let gratin cool 5-10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, pulse bread in a food processor until pieces are about oat-size (you should have about 1¼ cups). Toss breadcrumbs in pan drippings in reserved skillet to coat. Cook over medium heat, scraping up browned bits with a spatula, until deep golden brown, 5-7 minutes. Let cool.
  • To serve, top gratin with breadcrumbs. Serve lemon wedges alongside for squeezing over if desired.

Tips:

1. Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will result in a tastier dish. Use cage-free eggs, organic vegetables, and free-range chicken. 2. Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is a delicate meat that can easily become dry and tough if overcooked. Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. 3. Use a variety of cheeses: A combination of cheeses, such as Gruyère, Parmesan, and Cheddar, will create a rich and flavorful sauce. 4. Use a good quality white wine: The white wine you use in the sauce should be of good quality. A dry white wine, such as Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc, is a good option. 5. Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many variations of chicken au gratin. Try adding different vegetables, herbs, or spices to create your own unique dish.

Conclusion:

Chicken au gratin is a classic French dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. It is a rich and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Follow these tips to make the best chicken au gratin possible. Your taste buds will thank you!

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