Chicken and Mushroom Crêpe Bake is a delightful dish that combines the elegance of crêpes with a savory chicken and mushroom filling. Here’s a recipe for you:
Ingredients:
For the Crêpes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Pinch of salt
For the Filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Swiss or Gruyère cheese
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Crêpe Batter:
– In a blender, combine the flour, milk, eggs, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Blend until the batter is smooth. Let it rest for about 15-30 minutes.
2. Cook the Crêpes:
– Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour a small amount of batter into the skillet, swirling it around to coat the bottom evenly. Cook each crêpe for about 1-2 minutes per side or until lightly golden. Repeat until all the batter is used.
3. Make the Filling:
– In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened. Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Cook until the mushrooms are tender.
– Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
– Gradually add the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it thicken.
– Stir in the shredded or diced cooked chicken and dried thyme. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
4. Assemble the Crêpe Bake:
– Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
– Spoon a portion of the chicken and mushroom filling onto each crêpe. Roll up the crêpes and place them seam side down in a baking dish.
– Pour any remaining filling over the top of the rolled crêpes. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and shredded Swiss or Gruyère cheese.
5. Bake:
– Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Serve:
– Serve the Chicken and Mushroom Crêpe Bake warm. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
This savory crêpe bake is a delicious and elegant dish that makes a great main course for a special meal. Enjoy!
