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Chicken and Peach Casserole

A creamy chicken and peach casserole with a slightly sweet and spicy flavour, topped with cheese and buttery toasted almonds. A family favourite that is perfect for dinner and can easily be prepared ahead.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients

  • 1 kg chicken fillets 4-5 fillets
  • 1 can peaches about 450 g
  • 1 dl wheat flour
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • paprika to taste
  • 2 tsp chilli powder
  • butter for frying the chicken and almonds
  • 2 dl chicken broth
  • 3 dl creme fraiche
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 dl peach syrup from the canned peaches
  • 1 dl chopped almonds
  • 2 dl grated cheese

Instructions

  • Add the flour, salt, pepper, paprika and chili powder to a bowl and mix well.
  • Cut the chicken fillets into pieces, about 4 pieces per filet, depending on the size of the chicken fillets.
  • Coat the chicken pieces well in the flour and spice mixture.
  • Melt some butter in a frying pan and cook the chicken until lightly browned. Transfer to a baking dish.
  • Drain the peaches, but save the syrup.
  • Cut each peach half into about 3 wedges and add them to the baking dish with the chicken.
  • Heat the chicken broth in a saucepan.
  • Whisk in the creme fraiche, soy sauce and peach syrup.
  • Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10-20 minutes, stirring occasionanally.
  • Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken and peaches.
  • Sprinkle the grated cheese on top.
  • Melt a little butter in a frying pan and lightly toast the chopped almonds.
  • Sprinkle them over the casserole, or serve them on the side so everyone can add their own.
  • Bake at 180°Cfor 40 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden brown and the casserole is bubbling and hot throughout.

Notes

 
Make ahead - The casserole can be prepared the day before and kept in the fridge overnight. I actually think it tastes even better this way, as the flavours have more time to come together.
Serving - Serve with rice and vegetables, and a salad if you like. 
Tips - Use a fairly deep baking dish so there is plenty of room for the chicken, peaches and sauce. Do not be afraid to season the chicken well - the peaches and creamy sauce will soften the heat as everything bakes together.