Learn how to make a mouthwatering chicken fricassee with this secret recipe. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and creamy sauce makes this dish a crowd-pleaser. With a cooking time of just 45 minutes, you can quickly whip up this delicious dish for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, or breasts)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, peeled and sliced
- 1 celery stalk, sliced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Directions
- In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, carrot, celery, and mushrooms. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and add the chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the heavy cream, parsley, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until heated through.
- Serve the chicken fricassee hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Interesting Facts
Chicken fricassee is a classic French dish that originated in the Southern regions of France.
The word 'fricassee' refers to a method of cooking meat in a white sauce made from its own juices or a combination of butter and cream.
Chicken fricassee was a popular dish among the French nobility and has since gained popularity around the world.