Here’s a delicious, classic-style recipe for Amish Chicken and Green Beans Bake—a hearty, comforting dish that combines tender chicken with fresh green beans and creamy, savory flavors.
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb fresh or frozen green beans, trimmed
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 cup fried onions (for topping, optional)
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Chicken
- Lightly season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a skillet, heat butter or oil and brown the chicken 2–3 minutes per side (it will cook further in the oven).
- Prepare Green Beans
- If using fresh green beans, boil or steam them for 5–7 minutes until slightly tender.
- Make the Creamy Sauce
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, chopped onion, garlic, and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well.
- Assemble the Bake
- In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, layer the green beans.
- Place the browned chicken on top of the beans.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken and beans evenly.
- Bake
- Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese and fried onions on top, and bake another 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve
- Let it rest 5 minutes before serving. Perfect with mashed potatoes or a fresh salad.
This dish is a comforting, one-dish meal in classic Amish style—creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor.
If you want, I can also give a lighter, healthier Amish-style version that’s lower in calories but just as flavorful. Do you want me to do that?
