Creamy Chicken Fricassee How to Make It
Chicken Fricassee is a classic French dish that features tender chicken thighs simmered in a creamy, flavorful sauce with mushrooms, onions, and fresh herbs. Perfect for a comforting dinner.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 0.5 cup white onion, diced about ½ onion
- 8 ounces sliced white mushrooms
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the pan. Add the flour, dried basil, and dried oregano to the pan and stir quickly to combine.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and diced onion to the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables soften.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking thoroughly to avoid lumps. Return the chicken to the pan and reduce heat to medium.
- Simmer the chicken as the sauce thickens, about 20-25 minutes. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy your creamy chicken fricassee!
Notes
This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or steamed vegetables for a full comforting meal.