Chicken Fricassee
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
55 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
298 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
French
Chicken Fricassee
Description
This Chicken Fricassee starts by seasoning bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks, then browning them in olive oil to develop a flavorful crust. Vegetables including carrots, celery, mushrooms, and pearl onions are sautéed with garlic and Italian seasoning to add aroma and depth. A roux is formed with flour, then white wine is added and reduced to concentrate flavors.
Chicken broth is poured in and the chicken returns to simmer, covered, to gently cook and tenderize for about 25 minutes. Finally, heavy cream enriches the sauce, giving it a velvety texture and subtle richness. Fresh parsley sprinkled before serving adds a herby note.
This dish delivers a balance of tender chicken and creamy, savory sauce punctuated by the textures of cooked vegetables. It can be served alongside rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to complement the sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pounds chicken thighs bone in, skin on; and drumsticks
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 large carrot peeled and cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
- 1 talk celery finely diced
- 12 ounces mushrooms halved
- 1 cup pearl onions fresh or frozen, peeled
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons parsley fresh, chopped
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces on both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown. You may need to work in batches.
- Remove the chicken pieces from the pan. Place on a plate and cover to keep warm.
- Melt the butter in the pan.
- Add the carrots, celery, mushrooms and onions to the pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until vegetables are just tender. Stir in the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and Italian seasoning.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Pour in the wine and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until wine has reduced by half.
- Add the chicken broth to the pan. Stir and bring to a simmer. Add the chicken pieces back to the pan.
- Cover the pan. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Uncover the pan. Stir in the cream and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 920mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 424mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 4389IU | 88% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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