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Mary Berry Herby Chicken Casserole

Mary Berry Herby Chicken Casserole
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Mary Berry’s Herby Chicken Casserole is a British-style one-pot dish where chicken pieces are gently cooked with onions, garlic, stock, and a blend of fresh herbs. Unlike creamy casseroles, this version focuses on clean, savoury flavours and a light sauce that coats the chicken rather than drowning it. The result is tender meat, a fragrant gravy, and a dish that feels hearty without being heavy.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg chicken thighs or drumsticks, skin-on or skinless

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed

  • 2 tablespoons plain flour

  • 400 ml chicken stock

  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1 bay leaf

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Optional: 1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs or rosemary for extra aroma

Instructions

  • Brown the chicken – Heat the oil in a casserole dish and brown the chicken on all sides until lightly golden, then remove and set aside.

  • Soften the onion – Add the onion to the same dish and cook gently until soft and translucent.

  • Add garlic – Stir in the garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.

  • Dust with flour – Sprinkle in the flour and stir well to coat the onions and absorb the fat.

  • Pour in the stock – Gradually add the stock, stirring continuously to form a smooth sauce.

  • Season and herb – Add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

  • Return chicken to pan – Nestle the chicken back into the sauce, ensuring it’s mostly covered.

  • Cook gently – Cover and simmer on low heat for 45–50 minutes until the chicken is tender.

  • Finish with parsley – Stir in fresh parsley just before serving.

Find it online: https://maryberrycooks.co.uk/mary-berry-herby-chicken-casserole/