Chicken Fricassée Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Chicken

   Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.

2. 2

   Brown the Chicken

   In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs, skin-side down. Brown for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and brown the other side for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

3. 3

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

4. 4

   Add Mushrooms and Liquids

   Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Then, pour in the white wine (if using) and let it simmer for 2 minutes, followed by adding the chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaf.

5. 5

   Combine Chicken and Simmer

   Return the browned chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cover, and let cook for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

6. 6

   Finish with Cream

   Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet. Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve the chicken fricassée hot, garnished with chopped parsley.