Description
Discover a quick French stew with Chicken Fricassetender chicken in a creamy sauce perfect for weeknight dinners Simple delicious 155 chars
1 ½ lbs of boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves of garlic, minced
2 large carrots, sliced
1 cup of mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat.
Toss the chicken in the pot and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sear for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onions are translucent, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the sliced carrots and mushrooms, cooking until they start to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the chicken and veggies, stirring to coat.
Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring and scraping the bottom of the pot.
Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Taste and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Ladle the creamy chicken fricassée into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Chicken Fricassée is the epitome of a quick French chicken stew that’s not only easy to whip up but also brings so much joy to the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 550 calories
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Fat: 36 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
Keywords: Chicken, Fricassée, French, Stew, Quick Dinner
