Simple, hearty and full of flavour - this is our go-to comfort dish when the evenings draw in.
A true one-pot wonder, this chicken casserole recipe brings together tender chicken, earthy vegetables and rich, savoury gravy, all slow-baked to perfection in your Nuovva Cast Iron Dutch Oven.
At Nuovva, we believe that good food doesn’t need to be complicated - just honest ingredients, time and the right tools.
This recipe celebrates the kind of cooking that fills your kitchen with warmth and your table with joy.
Whether you’re cooking for a Sunday family dinner or meal-prepping for the week ahead, this casserole is a deliciously reliable classic... Made better with Nuovva.
Ingredients:
- 4 chicken breasts or 8 chicken thighs
- 3 carrots
- 20g plain flour
- 1 leek
- 200g mushroom
Tools You Will Need:
Directions:
Step 1) Preheat the oven to 180°C
Step 2) Season the chicken and sear in your Nuovva® Dutch Oven. Once browned, remove the chicken from the pan.
Step 3) Add the onion and mushrooms to the cast iron pan and cook together for 1–2 minutes until fragrant..
Step 4) Add the carrots and flour to your Dutch oven and stir all ingredients together.
Step 5) Pour the stock into the pan a little at a time and then add the thyme.
Step 6) Return the chicken back into the pan.
Step 7 Cover your Dutch Oven pan with the lid and place it in the oven for 45 minutes.
Step 8) Add the leek into the Dutch Oven and return to the oven for a final 10 minutes.
Note: If you’d prefer more sauce/gravy, simply add more water to the stock.
Compliment with:
Serve with creamy mash potatoes, rice or a crusty slice of your homemade Nuovva sourdough bread for the ultimate comfort meal.
Your Dutch Oven Care Guide
Our detailed care and usage manual covers everything, from seasoning and cleaning your cast iron pan to tips for achieving perfect results every time. Keep it handy for effortless, stress-free cooking sessions.
Tip Box - Why Cast Iron Matters
Our cast iron cookware locks in heat and moisture, ensuring your food cooks evenly and stays tender and flavourful. The heavy lid helps retain steam, keeping casseroles juicy, meats succulent and sauces rich. It’s the same principle top chefs rely on for slow-cooked perfection, now beautifully simple in your home kitchen.
