Chicken Fricassee

A comforting one-pan chicken dish simmered with a creamy, savory sauce and earthy vegetables, perfect for family meals.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Comfort Food, French

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on or chicken breasts Bone-in chicken is recommended for better flavor.
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 pieces carrots, sliced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream Add a splash for reheating.
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
to taste salt and pepper Adjust seasoning before serving.
for garnish fresh parsley

Method

Cooking Steps

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then place them skin-side down in the skillet. Sear for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
In the same pan, add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and mushrooms. Sauté for about 5-6 minutes, or until the vegetables become tender.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the Dijon mustard and let it bubble away for a couple of minutes to combine the flavors.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and return the chicken back into the skillet. Cover and let it simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through fully.
Remove the lid and stir in the heavy cream. Let it cook for an additional 5 minutes until you have a thickened sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy your creamy Chicken Fricassee!

Notes

For a bit of extra zest, add a splash of lemon juice just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.