Creamy Chicken Fricassee Recipe: A Comforting Classic for Any Occasion
A classic comfort dish, chicken fricassee blends delicate chicken chunks with a rich, flavourful sauce. This dish is ideal for meal preparation, special events, and family dinners. This recipe will quickly become a kitchen mainstay thanks to its straightforward ingredients and uncomplicated directions. Get your favourite knife and let's start cooking since at Sharp Blades, we think that the appropriate instruments make all the difference!
Ingredients (Serves 4)
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup white wine (optional, substitute with broth)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Required Utensils
Sharp chef's knife (of course from Sharp Blades!)
A cutting board
Big cooking pan or skillet
Wooden spatula or spoon
Measurement spoons and cups
Whisky
Time Spent Preparing
15 minutes for preparation
30 minutes is the cooking time.
45 minutes in total.
Directions
Get the chicken ready:
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken till golden brown, 3–4 minutes per side. Take out and put aside.
Cook the Vegetables:
Add the chopped onion to the same skillet and cook it for two to three minutes, or until it becomes transparent.
Cook the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic for a further three to four minutes, or until they are tender.
To make the sauce:
Sprinkle the flour on top of the veggies, stir to mix, and heat for one to two minutes to eliminate the taste of the raw flour.
To prevent lumps, add the white wine (or broth) gradually while stirring continuously.
Add the bay leaf, thyme, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Heat to a low simmer.
Simmer and Combine:
Put the chicken back in the skillet and tuck it into the sauce.
The chicken should be cooked through and the sauce thickened after 15 to 20 minutes of simmering under cover.
Serve:
Remove and discard the bay leaf before garnishing and serving.
Add some freshly cut parsley as a garnish.
Serve hot over spaghetti, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 420 kcal
Protein: 35g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 145mg
Sodium: 450mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 3g
Last Word of Advice
Before serving, consider adding a handful of capers or a splash of lemon juice to the sauce for an additional flavour boost. For a full supper, this creamy chicken fricassee is ideal served with steamed veggies or a crisp green salad.
