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alpha-gal friendly chicken casserole with toasted bread and dairy-free cheese

Alpha-Gal Friendly Sopa Coàda (Italian Chicken & Bread Casserole)

This alpha-gal chicken casserole is a cozy, dairy-free twist on an Italian classic. Made with simple ingredients and no hidden triggers, it’s comfort food you can trust.
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Prep Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 49 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp butter (or plant-based alternative)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped
  • 2 large carrots, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 1 rosemary sprig
  • 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded (no additives)
  • 1 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

For the Broth
  1. Chicken bones from rotisserie chicken
  2. 12 cups chicken broth (100% chicken, no beef or gelatin)
For Assembly
  1. 1 loaf Italian bread or batard, sliced
  2. 2 tablespoons butter (or alternative)
  3. 2 tablespoons olive oil
  4. 1 to 1 1/2 cups dairy-free parmesan alternative
  5. 3 cups warm broth (from above)
  6. Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, celery, and rosemary. Cook until soft and fragrant, about 10–12 minutes.
  2. Shred the rotisserie chicken, removing skin. Set meat aside and reserve bones.
  3. Transfer half of the vegetable mixture to a pot. Add wine to the remaining vegetables in the skillet, then stir in shredded chicken. Cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly reduced. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add reserved chicken bones and chicken broth to the pot. Simmer for 30 minutes. Strain and keep broth warm.
  5. Heat remaining butter and olive oil in a skillet. Toast bread slices until golden on both sides.
  6. Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  7. Layer casserole:
    Repeat layers, then pour 3 cups warm broth over top.
    Dairy-free cheeseChicken mixtureToasted bread
  8. Cover and bake for 1 hour 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 30 minutes until golden and set
  9. Serve warm with extra broth, parsley, and additional dairy-free cheese if desired.

Notes

Alpha-Gal Safety Tips:
Avoid rotisserie chicken with “natural flavors,” carrageenan, or broth solutions
Use chicken broth with no beef blends or gelatin
Always check labels carefully
Low-Histamine Notes:
Skip wine if sensitive; substitute with broth + lemon (if tolerated)
Use freshly made broth when possible