Baked Chicken and Okra Casserole

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
• 1 lb fresh okra, trimmed and sliced
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 2 cups diced celery
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 (10.75 oz) can cream of chicken soup
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the chicken into 8 serving pieces.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
4. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and brown on all sides.
5. Transfer the chicken to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6. In the same skillet, sauté the onion and celery until softened.
7. Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture and cook for 1 minute.
8. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until smooth.
9. Stir in the cream of chicken soup, tomatoes, thyme, and rosemary.
10. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until thickened.
11. Pour the sauce over the chicken.
12. Add the okra to the baking dish.
13. Bake uncovered for 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the okra is tender.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 550 per serving
• Fat: 25 grams
• Protein: 45 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Tender chicken and okra
• Creamy sauce
• Easy to prepare and bake

User Comments:

• "This dish was a hit at our dinner party! The chicken was so moist and the okra was cooked to perfection."
• "I love casseroles and this one is definitely one of my favorites. It's cheesy, creamy, and so satisfying."
• "I'm not usually a fan of okra, but this dish changed my mind. It's so tender and flavorful."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh okra for the best results.
• If you don't have a baking dish, you can use a large Dutch oven or roasting pan.
• To save time, you can buy pre-cut chicken and vegetables.
• Serve this dish with a side salad or roasted vegetables.