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Creamy Chicken Fricassee with Mushrooms

A comforting one-pan dish featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy sauce that brings warmth to any dinner table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 to 4 1/2 lb whole chicken, or chicken legs or thighs Pat dry for better browning.
  • Salt Salt To taste.
  • Cracked black pepper Cracked black pepper To taste.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 shallots Chopped.
  • 2 medium carrots Peeled and chopped.
  • 2 ribs celery Chopped.
  • 8 oz baby bella mushrooms Sliced.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup dry white wine Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay.
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley
  • 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
  • Fresh parsley Fresh parsley (and optional tarragon) For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season it with salt and cracked black pepper.
  2. If using a whole chicken, break it into pieces.
Cooking
  1. Heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet or large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and melt the butter.
  2. Add the chicken and brown it on both sides, then set aside on a plate.
  3. In the same pan, add shallots, carrots, celery, and mushrooms. Cook until softened.
  4. Sprinkle in flour, stir well, then pour in white wine slowly.
  5. Add chicken stock, bay leaf, thyme, and parsley, stirring until mixed.
  6. Return chicken to the pan, cover, and cook on low for 30-45 minutes until done.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and warm gently without boiling. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve, ideally with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

Notes

For best results, choose chicken with good skin and fat. Avoid boiling the cream and ensure thorough cooking to achieve silky sauce. This dish is suitable for chilly nights or family dinners.