Transport yourself to the streets of France with this delectable French fricassée chicken recipe. This classic dish is a celebration of tender chicken pieces cooked in a flavorful and creamy mushroom sauce and served with a crusty bread or potatoes to soak up all the goodness. The combination of earthy mushrooms, aromatic herbs, and a touch of cream creates a harmonious balance of flavors that will leave you craving more. Let’s get started, shall we?
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until they are tender and browned.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and onions, stirring well to coat.
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in the heavy cream and dried thyme, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened further.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve the French fricassée chicken hot with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
Notes
To enhance the flavor of the chicken, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking. Use a mix of different mushrooms like cremini, shiitake, and button mushrooms for a more complex and robust flavor profile. If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can increase the amount of flour or simmer the sauce for a bit longer to reduce and thicken it. For a touch of freshness, squeeze a bit of lemon juice over the finished dish just before serving. Serve the French fricassée chicken with crusty bread or buttery mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
