Chicken soufflé (Soufflé au poulet)

A classic meat soufflé known as soufflé au poulet is made with a creamy chicken mixture that is smothered in whipped egg whites, and then baked until nicely colored and puffed up. The base of the dish is typically made with cream of chicken soup or béchamel sauce with pieces of chicken, egg yolks, and vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, or asparagus.

Other typical ingredients used in the base include mushrooms, bread cubes, cheese, and fresh herbs such as parsley, oregano, thyme, and dill. The chicken mixture is then combined with whipped egg whites before the whole thing is spooned into a greased baking dish or individual ramekins and baked. The dish is usually enjoyed warm as a main meal.