Chicken Spoon Bread
A hearty, savory spoon bread featuring tender chicken and a fluffy cornmeal base, perfect for comforting family dinners and gatherings that appreciate classic Southern flavors.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Measure the corn meal and set aside.
- Heat milk, butter, dried minced onion, salt, basil, pepper, and tarragon in a large saucepan until the butter melts.
- Gradually stir in the corn meal.
- Cook over medium heat until the mixture boils.
- Cook for one minute, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Stir in cooked chicken and egg yolks until thoroughly combined.
- Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the cornmeal mixture.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
- Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve immediately, optionally topped with chicken gravy.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
871
kcal
44% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).