Chicken crème de volaille is a classic French dish that combines tender chicken with a flavorful sauce made from a velouté, a creamy sauce thickened with a roux, and crème fraîche. This rich and velvety dish is perfect for a special occasion or a comforting weeknight meal. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or a modern twist, there's a chicken crème de volaille recipe out there to suit your taste.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
SUPRêME DE VOLAILLE FERMIèRE à LA CRèME (CHICKEN BREAST IN CREAM)
The author Bill Buford adapted this recipe, which he learned while working with the chef Mathieu Viannay at La Mère Brazier in Lyon, France. (Mr. Buford worked with the chef while researching his book "Dirt.") If you just made a batch of chicken stock, there are few better things to do with it than poaching chicken breasts in it. You get two benefits: white meat that is about as moist and tender as possible, and stock that is stronger than when you started, particularly if you poach the entire bird and save the legs for another night. The goal is to keep the liquid well below boiling; it's a stove-top approximation of the sous vide technique.
Provided by Pete Wells
Categories dinner, lunch, poultry, main course
Time 2h
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Set the chicken in a large, deep pot. Add the chicken stock, then add enough water to cover the chicken completely. Heat over high until the temperature of the cooking liquid reaches 160 degrees and is hot enough to steam. Cook the chicken until the inner thighs reach a temperature of 145 degrees, 30 to 40 minutes, monitoring the temperature and reducing the heat as needed throughout the cooking process to make sure the liquid stays under a simmer. Remove chicken from liquid and let rest until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes.
- While chicken rests, start the sauce: In a medium saucepan, whisk the butter and flour over low heat until the mixture melts into a thick, pale roux, 2 to 3 minutes. Slowly add 3 cups of the hot chicken stock to the roux, whisking constantly over low heat, until roux and the liquid are emulsified. Bring to a simmer and cook, whisking occasionally, until the mixture is reduced to 2 cups, about 15 minutes. (Let the remaining stock cool, then refrigerate or freeze for future use.)
- Meanwhile, remove the legs (they will not be fully cooked) and set them aside for another use (see Note). Carefully remove the skin from the chicken breasts, then, starting with the pointed end of each breast, separate the breasts from the breastbone, with your thumb if possible (or your knife if necessary), gently moving your thumb down the center bone that separates the two breasts on each side. Using a knife, ensure that you remove the rest of the breast meat (including the filets) from the bone without tearing; remove and discard any membranes from the surface of each breast. (The meat nearest the bone might still be slightly uncooked, but it will cook through in Step 6.)
- Whisk the cream into the sauce in the saucepan, and continue to cook at a simmer until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon and has reduced to about 2 1/2 cups, another 15 to 20 minutes.
- Whisk in the mustard, then lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then add the port, if using.
- Add the breasts to the sauce to reheat, basting them until fully cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer each breast to a warmed plate and slice thickly, if desired. Gently spoon the sauce over the breast to serve.
CHICKEN A LA CREME
A simple, fast and delicious French recipe for chicken tenders in a rich cream sauce. You'll want to serve it with crusty French bread to sop up every drop!
Provided by Patty Pelfrey
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 22m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt half of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper, and saute them in butter until golden on all sides, about 10 minutes. Add the remaining butter, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Pour the heavy cream into the skillet, and simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and chicken is cooked through. Best when served with fresh French bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 194.9 mg, Fat 38.4 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 23.5 g, Sodium 223 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
CREME FRAICHE CHICKEN
When I was an exchange student in France, my French mom made this dish and it has been my favorite ever since. It is chicken breast cooked in butter, creme fraiche and mushrooms over pasta. No one can make it like her, but this is very close. Serve with French bread or French garlic bread if desired. Bon Appetite!
Provided by Kristel A. Ivy
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute chicken breasts in oil over medium high heat. Once breasts are browned, add white wine and salt and pepper to taste. Let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
- Meanwhile, To Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta to boiling water, cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain.
- When chicken is cooked, remove from skillet and cube. Set aside. Saute onion and garlic in remaining juices. Once onions are translucent, add mushrooms and saute until soft. Add cubed chicken, creme fraiche and sour cream (to desired thickness). Stir all together and heat through. Put hot cooked pasta on plate, top with chicken and sauce and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 707.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 256 mg, Fat 43.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 47.6 g, SaturatedFat 26 g, Sodium 269.7 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
CHICKEN CREME DE VOLAILLE
This is a different recipe for me. I didn't think I would like something that was a fancy chicken meatloaf, but I was surprised. Pleasantly, might I add. This is also a good way to use up some cooked chicken in the fridge or a roasted chicken from the deli if you're in a hurry and a great homemade cream of mushroom sauce.
Provided by Redneck Epicurean
Categories Chicken
Time 2h
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- MEATLOAF: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Combine the meat, white sauce, and mushrooms. Stir in the butter and egg and beat well. Add the seasonings and pour into a loaf pan lined with the new non-stick foil. Place the loaf pan in a shallow pan filled with 1/2 inch of water. Bake for 1 1/2 hours.
- SAUCE: In a heavy pan, melt the butter; add in the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika while constantly whisking until smooth. Slowly stir in the milks and cook on med-low heat until thickened. Add in mushrooms and remove from heat. Place a lid on the pot and let sit while meat rests before slicing.
- TO SERVE: Drain any liquid off the meatloaf and place on a platter. Drizzle a small amount of the mushroom sauce on the top and serve remaining gravy on the side.
CREME DE VOLAILLE (FRENCH CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP)
Apparently a somewhat 'lost' recipe according to Food &Wine, posted here from a French blog for safekeeping.
Provided by Raquel Grinnell
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 6 bowls, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large pot, bring water, leek, carrot, onion, celery, chicken wings, tarragon, bouquet garni, peppercorns, cloves and bring to a boil.
- Cover and simmer for 35 minutes.
- Strain the broth through a fine strainer (chinois). Measure 4 cups of liquid and reserve the rest (It used to cook the chicken breast).
- In a saucepan, melt butter and add flour and cook gently, stirring, for one minute.
- Pour in the broth slowly, stirring well until thickened.
- Stir in 3/4 cup of the cream (keep 1/4 aside) and bring to a boil.
- Adjust seasoning.
- Poach the chicken breast 8 minutes in the reserved broth.
- Drain, then cut into small cubes.
- Mix the egg yolks with the remaining cream and stir into soup stirring with a whisk. Do not boil.
- Add the diced chicken, sprinkle with dried tarragon and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.9, Fat 34.4, SaturatedFat 16.1, Cholesterol 193.6, Sodium 1308.1, Carbohydrate 10.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2, Protein 21.8
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU - SUPREMES DE VOLAILLE CORDON BLEU
Provided by Damon Lee Fowler
Categories Bread Cheese Chicken Egg Mustard Side Fry Dinner Ham Prosciutto Sugar Conscious Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- One: Wash the chicken and pat dry. Place the chicken breasts skinned side up on a sheet of waxed paper or plastic wrap. Cover them with a second sheet of paper or wrap and, with a flat (not textured) wooden mallet, lightly beat them until flattened to a uniform thinness of less than 1/4 inch. Set aside.
- Two: Cut the ham and cheese into thin slices 1/2 inch wide and 2 inches long. Break the egg into a shallow bowl and beat until smooth. Spread the crumbs on a second shallow bowl. Spread the flour on a dinner plate.
- Three: Lay the chicken pieces on a flat work surface skinned side down. Lightly spread the inside of each breast with a little mustard (don't use too much or the mustard will overpower the other flavors). Stack 2 slices of cheese and a slice of ham (2 if they are very thin) in the center of each breast. Fold over the small side of the breast, then fold each end up, like an envelope, and finally fold over the large side. Make sure that the filling is completely encased. Roll the chicken first in the flour, shake off the excess, and dip each breast in the egg, allowing the excess to flow back into the bowl. Lay it in the crumbs. Roll it carefully so that it doesn't open up (crumbs should not get inside the folds or they won't stay closed when it cooks), patting the crumbs into all sides. When the piece is coated, lay it on a clean, dry plate and repeat until all the pieces are breaded. Set aside for at least half an hour to allow the breading to set. (You may make them several hours or even a day ahead up to this point. Cover and refrigerate, but take them out at least half an hour before cooking.)
- Four: Fill a deep Dutch oven, or a deep-fat fryer with enough peanut oil to come halfway up the sides, at least 2 inches deep. Over medium-high heat, bring the oil to 375°F (hot but not smoking). Add the chicken and fry until golden brown, maintaining a temperature of 365°F, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Five: Drain well and serve at once.
FOIES DE VOLAILLE AU MADERE (CHICKEN LIVERS IN MADEIRA WINE SAUCE)
Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey
Categories quick, weekday, appetizer
Time 20m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pick over the livers. Cut away and discard any connective tissue. Cut the livers in half.
- Heat the oil in a skillet and add the livers, salt and pepper to taste. Cook about one minute and drain well. Pour off all fat from the skillet and wipe it out well with paper toweling. Add the livers to a very small saucepan.
- Heat one tablespoon of the butter in the skillet and add the shallots. Cook, stirring, until wilted. Add the Madeira and cook until the wine is reduced to half. Pour this over the livers. Heat the livers in the sauce and swirl in the remaining one tablespoon of butter.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 257, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 227 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Look for fresh, organic ingredients whenever possible.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the chicken, make sure to give it enough space in the pan so that it can brown properly. If you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will steam instead of sear.
- Cook the chicken thoroughly: Use a meat thermometer to make sure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the chicken rest: After cooking the chicken, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
- Make sure the sauce is thick enough: The sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. If it's too thin, simmer it for a few minutes longer.
- Serve immediately: Chicken crème de volaille is best served immediately. If you need to make it ahead of time, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Chicken crème de volaille is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're craving a creamy and flavorful chicken dish, give chicken crème de volaille a try!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love