Best 4 Chicken Fricasee Recipes

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Chicken fricassee is a classic French dish that can be traced back to the 17th century. It is typically made with chicken, vegetables, and a creamy sauce. The dish is believed to have originated in the Champagne region of France, and it is still popular today throughout the country. Chicken fricassee is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. In this article, we will explore the history of chicken fricassee and provide a few different recipes for making this delicious dish.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN FRICASEE (FRICASE DE POLLO)



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When my grandmother made this comfort chicken dish even our neighbors would make an excuse to come by. The aroma of Chicken Fricasee was intoxicating. Fragrant chicken and potaotes in a sauce dimpled with olives, capers and raisens, covered in a sauce to die for. Be sure to have enough crusty bread to sop up the sauce. This dish...

Provided by Juliann Esquivel

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 22

6 to 8 large chicken pieces
6 medium red potatoes peeled and cut into quarters
1 large vidalia or white onion diced
4 clove fresh garlic smashed or put through garlic press
1 large sweet green pepper diced
1 small can tomato sauce
1/2 c good red table wine similar to merlot and a little more if needed
1/4 c black raisens
2 Tbsp diced fresh cilantro
3 Tbsp capers
15 small stuffed green olives with red pimentos
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar or wine vinegar
1 small packet goya sazon seasoning with achiote and culantro
3/4 c olive oil, light
1 tsp garlic powder,
2 Tbsp salt or sea salt
1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp cumin powder
2 tsp adobo powder goya brand or similar
1 tsp spanish or good hungarian paprika
1 c water

Steps:

  • 1. In a blender pour 1/4 cup wine 2 cloves garlic 1 tsp salt blend pour the marinade over your seasoned chicken. Chicken pieces should have been seasoned prior liberly with the adobo powder, salt, black pepper, paprika. Regrigerate in a freezer bag for at least two hours or better overnight. Mush bag and turn over a few times so this marinade can well penetrate the chicken.
  • 2. Choose a heavy large pot that has a good lid. Take out chicken and let come to room temperature. Heat 1/2 cup oil and begin to brown your chicken pieces on all sides. I like to leave the skin on The chicken it imparts a great flavor to your poultry dishes. You may remove skin later and discard if you like. Chicken does not need to cook throughly just brown on the outside. This should take about 10/12 minutes. When done browning remove to a seperate pan. Do not put on paper towels.
  • 3. Over a medium flame in the same pot add the remaining 1/4 cup oil and add all the diced vegetables, onion, remaining garlic, green pepper, cilantro and saute until onion and pepper are somewhat limp. Next add olives, raisens, capers, remaining wine, and vinegar. Stir well and continue to saute for about 1/2 minute. next add tomato sauce, and dry seasonings, garlic powder, oregano, salt, black pepper, cumin powder, adobo, packet of Sazon seasoning and paprika. Stir well and add the cup of water. Stir again and adjust salt & pepper to your liking. Cover this sauce and reduce heat to a very low simmer. while sauce simmers peel and quarter potaotes.
  • 4. After simmering your sauce for 5 minutes, add your chicken pieces one at a time taking care to cover each piece with the sauce. Next add your potaotes and stir again spooning the sauce over all the potatoes If you like you may sprinkle a little more wine over the mixture about a 1/4 cup. I do this some times to add extra flavor. Cover and on a medium low flame cook for about 1 hour. After 30 minutes of cooking uncover and check to see if your fricasee has not begin to dry out also test your potaoes they are done when fork penetrates them easly. At this time you may adjust your heat to a little higher if need be. If you like you may add a little more water 1/4 cup and stir very gently. Cover and continue to cook until done. Traditionaly served on top of white rice you may do so or serve with crusty bread and a salad. Enjoy.

CHICKEN FRICASEE



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I'm the mother of four boys who are definitely carnivores! I usually like to make a lot of easy prep slow simmer meals. Like stews, sauces, pot roasts etc. These things work for me cause the prep is quick and cook time is usually a no brainer...check every now and then.....and tada...dinner!!!!

Provided by Cindy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 (3 pound) whole chickens, cut into pieces
2 onion, peeled and sliced into rings
6 baking potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 (14.5 ounce) cans fat-free chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven, over medium-high heat. Briefly brown chicken pieces in batches. When all of the pieces have been browned, return them all to the pot and cover with a layer of sliced onions, and then potatoes. Season with pepper and sprinkle with parsley. Pour the chicken broth over all.
  • Cover and simmer on low heat for 45 minutes, pushing potatoes down into the liquid occasionally. When potatoes are tender but not mushy, add frozen peas and simmer for 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 755.8 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Cholesterol 204.3 mg, Fat 42.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 57.2 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 366.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

DELICIOUS AND QUICK CHICKEN FRICASEE



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The delicious silky sauce and abundance of mushrooms makes a special weekday meal for my family. Based on a recipe by American Test Kitchen, altered to fit my family size and to cut a bit more fat. The lemon, nutmeg and egg yolk(!) add so much to this recipe. I served it with zucchini, carrots, and couscous as sides but plan to serve it with peas and a different grain next time.

Provided by treehuggingmom

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs chicken, boneless and skinless (breasts or thighs)
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb cremini mushroom, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped fine
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon flour
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup fat free sour cream
1 egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons parsley, minced

Steps:

  • Heat butter and oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook chicken until browned, about 4 minutes, then flip and cook until browned on second side, 4 more minutes. Transfer to large plate.
  • Cook mushrooms, onion, and wine in skillet, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated and mushrooms are browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add flour and garlic, and stir constantly for 1 minute. Add broth and bring mixture to boil, scraping bottom of pan with wooden spoon to loosen browned bits.
  • Add chicken and any accumulated juices to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 5-10 minutes, until instant-read thermometer registers 160 degrees in breasts and 175 degrees in thighs.
  • Transfer chicken to clean platter and cover loosely with inverted pie pan.
  • Whisk sour cream and egg yolk in medium bowl. Whisking constantly, slowly stir ½ cup sauce into sour cream mixture. Stirring constantly, slowly pour sour cream mixture into simmering sauce. Stir in nutmeg, lemon juice, and tarragon; return to simmer. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Pour sauce over chicken and serve.

MICROWAVE CHICKEN FRICASEE



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I remember making a dish very similar to this when my family first moved to San Diego when I was in 7th grade. It seemed to me that they used our microwave mostly for reheating leftovers LOL! I thought that was silly so checked out the recipe book that came with the microwave and the family favorite became Chicken Fricassee. ...

Provided by Dawn Whitted

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 whole chicken cut into pieces
dash(es) salt and pepper to your taste
1-2 tsp vegetable oil
1 tsp paprika
1 bay leaf
1 medium onion, sliced
2-3 celery stalks, sliced
2 carrots, peeled, diced
14 oz can(s) chicken broth

Steps:

  • 1. In 5-qt. casserole arrange chicken pieces. Rub liberally with oil and season with salt, pepper, paprika and top with bay leaf. Add onions, celery and carrots. Pour 8oz of chicken broth over chicken. Liquid should be no more than 1/2 way up casserole dish.
  • 2. Cover with lid or plastic wrap, microwave on high for 15 minutes turning half way through cooking time. Add another 5 minutes if juices are still extremely pink. The idea is to have the chicken be 3/4 of the way done.
  • 3. Remove the chicken from the casserole dish. Skim the fat from the broth if you like. You may keep the chicken pieces whole or remove the skin and bones from the chicken. Thicken the broth with the instructions below.
  • 4. To Thicken broth: Combine 1/2 cup flour and remainder of broth 4oz. plus cold water to make the measurement 1/2 cup then add the slurry to the veggies and broth stirring very well to avoid lumps. Add chicken back into veggies and sauce. Microwave at High for 5-10 minutes, checking the sauce so it thickens into a gravy until hot and bubbly. Serve over mashed potatoes, noodles or dumplings.
  • 5. Tips: Chicken pieces should be equal in size so they cook evenly. You may add any seasoning blend such as italian, poultry, spicy to your taste. Be careful not to fill the casserole dish more than half way to prevent overflowing.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken. For a classic fricasee, bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces are ideal. The bones and skin add flavor to the dish, and the meat will stay moist during cooking.
  • Brown the chicken before stewing. This step is essential for developing flavor and color. Be sure to brown the chicken in batches so that it doesn't overcrowd the pan and steam instead of browning.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. Classic fricasee vegetables include carrots, celery, and onions, but you can also add other vegetables such as potatoes, parsnips, or turnips. Choose vegetables that are in season and that you enjoy eating.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. They should be tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked vegetables will become mushy and lose their flavor.
  • Use a good quality white wine. The wine will add flavor and depth to the sauce. Choose a dry white wine that you would enjoy drinking on its own.
  • Season the dish to taste. Fricasee should be flavorful but not overpowering. Start with a moderate amount of salt and pepper and then adjust to your taste.

Conclusion:

Chicken fricasee is a classic French dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and flavorful fricasee that your family and friends will love. Serve it over rice, mashed potatoes, or egg noodles for a complete meal.

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