Best 10 French Chicken And Mushroom Crepes Recipes

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French Chicken and Mushroom Crepes is a classic dish that combines the flavors of sautéed chicken, mushrooms, and a creamy sauce, all wrapped in a delicate crepe. This elegant and versatile dish can be served as an appetizer, main course, or brunch, and is sure to impress your guests with its rich and satisfying flavors. The combination of savory chicken, earthy mushrooms, and creamy sauce creates a harmonious balance of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating this delectable dish, providing you with step-by-step instructions, tips, and variations to suit your preferences and dietary needs.

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CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM CREPES



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I remember eating chicken and mushroom crepes at my favorite crepe franchise that has since gone out of business. I was finally able to duplicate the recipe and I wanted to share it with everyone. Very easy and delicious!

Provided by Susan

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Crepes

Time 57m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 20

5 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
⅓ cup finely chopped onion
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 cubes chicken bouillon
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup sour cream
3 tablespoons dry sherry
2 teaspoons dried parsley, divided
1 cup milk
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 egg
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir chicken until no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Melt remaining 1/4 cup butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and onion; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup flour and cook for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add 2 cups milk, chicken bouillon cubes, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until thickened into a sauce, about 5 minutes. Stir in sour cream and sherry.
  • Scoop 1 cup sauce into a bowl; keep warm. Stir chicken and 1 teaspoon parsley into remaining sauce in the skillet. Simmer until chicken is heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Beat 1 cup milk, 3/4 cup flour, egg, 1 tablespoon melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and baking powder together in a bowl to make crepe batter.
  • Grease a 7-inch skillet lightly; heat over medium heat. Pour 2 tablespoons batter into the skillet, swirling to spread evenly. Cook crepe until golden brown, about 30 seconds per side. Transfer crepe to a plate. Repeat with remaining batter, separating crepes with waxed paper and covering to keep warm.
  • Scoop 1/4 cup chicken mixture onto each crepe and roll up. Spoon reserved 1 cup sauce over filled crepes. Garnish with remaining 1 teaspoon parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 131 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 872.4 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

CHICKEN FRENCH CRêPES



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Special treat for a special brunch or lunch.This is one of our family favourites. These are also great with a seafood filling. I you want to omit the mushrooms, replace wirh 1/2 cup frozen green peas.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup flour
1 pinch salt
2 eggs
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, finely diced
1 cup mushroom, sliced
2 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 cups milk
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/2 cup grated swiss cheese
1/2 cup cream
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Crêpes:.
  • Mix together the flour and salt in a large bowl.
  • Add the combined eggs and milk; gradually mixing into the flour with a whisk.
  • Continue to whisk until a smooth batter forms.
  • The recipe is best if you can leave the mixture to rest for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Heat your pan to medium high. Add oil to your pan and wipe with on a scrunched up piece of paper towel. Set aside to use between each crepes.
  • Pour a small ladleful of batter (1/4 cup) into the hot pan and tilt the pan so that the batter spreads out evenly. Cook for a minute or two on each side or until lightly browned.
  • Use a knife & spatula to flip crêpes. Stack on a plate until ready to use;put a piece of wax paper in between each.(Can be frozen at this stage, wrapped tightly for up to 3 months.
  • Filling:.
  • Heat butter in small frying pan. Add onions and cook until just tender and translucent. Add mushrooms and cook until liquid has evaporated.
  • Stir in flour and cook, stirring one minute. Gradually add milk, stirring continuously; bring to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and set aside 1 cup of sauce for later.
  • Stir in chicken, half of the cheese, parsley and salt and pepper to taste. Cool 5 minutes before filling crepes with mixture.
  • To finish the stuffed crepes, lay a crêpe out on counter top. Place a couple of tablespoons of filling mixture along the centre and roll up to enclose.
  • Place in a sprayed baking dish, combine remaining cheese, 1 cup of sauce with cream and and spoon on the crepes before baking.
  • Bake in moderate 350* oven, about 30 minutes or until cheese is golden and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.2, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 158.1, Sodium 217.3, Carbohydrate 29.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 1, Protein 25.6

CHICKEN CREPES WITH ASPARAGUS AND MUSHROOMS



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Categories     Chicken     Mushroom     Asparagus     Spring     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 (brunch main course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

For filling
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups whole milk
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped shallot
1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
2 cups finely chopped cooked chicken (9 oz)
3 tablespoons medium-dry Sherry
1 lb thin asparagus, trimmed
For crêpes
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/4 cups whole milk
1 whole large egg
1 large egg yolk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
For topping
1 large egg yolk
5 tablespoons chilled heavy cream
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Special Equipment
a 3-quart flameproof ceramic or enameled shallow baking dish

Steps:

  • Make filling:
  • Heat 5 tablespoons butter in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat until foam subsides. Whisk in flour and cook roux, whisking, until pale golden, about 2 minutes. Gradually add milk and broth, whisking, and bring to a boil, whisking. Reduce heat and simmer gently, whisking frequently, until velouté sauce is silky and thick, about 25 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup sauce for topping.
  • Cook shallot in remaining tablespoon butter in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Stir into velouté sauce along with chicken and Sherry.
  • Cut tips from asparagus and set aside. Cut enough stalks into 1/4-inch pieces to measure 1 cup, reserving remainder for another use. Cook tips in a saucepan of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl of ice and cold water with a slotted spoon. Scoop out tips and drain on paper towels, then reserve for topping. Cook and drain chopped asparagus in same manner and stir into velouté sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Make crêpes:
  • Sift together flour, salt, nutmeg, and pepper to taste into a bowl. Whisk together milk, whole egg, and yolk in a small bowl, then gradually whisk into flour mixture. Force batter through a fine sieve into a bowl.
  • Heat a dry 7- to 8-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot, then brush very lightly with some melted butter. Spoon about 2 tablespoons batter into skillet, tilting to coat bottom. (If batter sets before skillet is coated, reduce heat slightly for next crêpe.) Cook until underside is lightly browned, 6 to 10 seconds, then loosen crêpe with a spatula and flip. Cook until just cooked through, about 20 seconds, and transfer to a plate. Make 15 more crêpes in same manner, brushing skillet with melted butter as needed and stacking crêpes on plate.
  • Assemble and bake crêpes:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spread 1/4 cup filling across center of 1 crêpe and roll into a cylinder. Transfer, seam side down, to buttered baking dish, then assemble more crêpes in same manner, fitting them snugly. Bake in middle of oven 15 minutes.
  • Make topping while crêpes bake:
  • Stir together yolk, 2 tablespoons cream, and reserved 1/2 cup sauce until smooth. Beat remaining 3 tablespoons cream with a whisk until it holds soft peaks, then fold into yolk mixture.
  • Spoon topping over crêpes and broil 5 to 6 inches from heat until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
  • Heat butter in skillet, then add reserved asparagus tips and toss until warm.
  • Put 2 crêpes on each of 8 plates and top with asparagus tips.

CHICKEN STREET CREPES



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Just like there are street tacos, the French have street crepes. The combinations are endless. The use of rotisserie chicken makes this crepe recipe fast to prepare.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Crepes

Time 50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

¾ cup milk
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 pinch salt
cooking spray
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup spinach leaves
¼ cup sliced shallots
1 cup chopped cooked chicken
½ cup Brie cheese

Steps:

  • Mix milk, flour, eggs, melted butter, and salt together in a blender until combined. Let mixture rest for 15 minutes.
  • Heat a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat; lightly coat with cooking spray. Add 1/2 cup of batter and swirl the skillet so the batter completely covers the bottom. Cook until bottom is golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Loosen the edges with a rubber spatula and use your fingers to quickly flip the crepe. Cook 1 minute more.
  • Slide crepe out of the skillet. Repeat with remaining batter, spraying skillet in between crepes. Stack cooked crepes directly on top of each other to maintain temperature.
  • Melt butter in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Saute spinach and shallots until softened, about 3 minutes. Add chicken and mix to combine and heat through, 3 to 4 minutes. Set aside.
  • Spread 2 tablespoons Brie cheese onto each crepe; add chicken mixture. Fold crepe in half, return to the skillet, and heat until cheese is melted. Remove from skillet and roll into a cone shape.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 124.9 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 220.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CHICKEN CREPES



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A great way to use up leftover chicken! It's teamed with garlicky sauteed spinach and a rich Gruyere bechamel for the filling of these hearty crepes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Crepe Recipes

Time 35m

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Savory Crepes
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced (1 tablespoon)
5 ounces baby spinach (5 cups, lightly packed)
Gruyere Bechamel
1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup Gruyere, shredded
Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees with rack in center. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add garlic and cook until golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add spinach and stir until wilted. Transfer to a work surface, chop, and set aside.
  • Mix 3/4 cup bechamel with chicken. Working with one at a time, place crepe on a work surface. Arrange 1/4 cup chicken mixture and 1 heaping tablespoon spinach down center of crepe; roll into a cylinder. Transfer, seam-side down, to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish; assemble and arrange more crepes, leaving 1/2 inch in between each. Spoon more bechamel on top and sprinkle with cheese. Bake until bubbly, about 15 minutes. Switch oven to broiler setting and cook until browning in spots, about 5 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Sprinkle with parsley.

MUSHROOM CREPES



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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying baking dish
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped white onions
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 cups chopped baby bella mushrooms
2 cup chopped cremini mushrooms
2 cups chopped oyster mushrooms
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 store-bought crepes
One 14-ounce can cream of mushroom soup, preferably organic
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a flameproof baking dish with nonstick cooking spray
  • Heat the butter in a large heavy saute pan on medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the baby bella, cremini and oyster mushrooms with the thyme and rosemary, and cook until the mushrooms are soft, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the mushroom mixture evenly among the crepes. Roll each crepe up like a burrito. Transfer the crepes to the prepared baking dish. Top with some mushroom soup, enough to cover each crepe. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  • Remove the baking dish from the oven and turn the oven to broil. Sprinkle the mozzarella on top of the crepes and broil until the cheese is crisp and golden, about 3 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

SAVORY CREPES WITH CREAMY CHICKEN, HAM AND MUSHROOM FILLING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 crepes

Number Of Ingredients 32

1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon leaves
12 Crepes, recipe follows
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup grated Gruyere
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken stock, hot
3/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 tablespoon milk
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch dice
Essence, recipe follows
1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
8 ounces mushrooms (such as button and shiitake), stems trimmed, wiped clean, and roughly chopped
1/4 pound baked ham, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1/4 cup dry sherry
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
Pinch salt
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 teaspoons melted unsalted butter
3 large eggs, beaten
3/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons whole milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Butter a glass 9 by 13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened into a pale blond roux, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the hot stock in a steady stream, whisking to incorporate. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently with a heavy wooden spoon until thick. Add 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/8 teaspoon of the pepper, and stir to incorporate. Slowly whisk in the cream and simmer, stirring, until well incorporated and thickened. Remove from the heat and very lightly film the top with the milk to prevent a skin from forming.
  • In a large saute pan or skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken, season lightly with Essence, and cook, stirring, until lightly browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon. To the fat and juices in the pan add the shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the mushrooms, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and cook, stirring, until they have given off their water and are starting to color, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the ham and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the sherry and bring to a boil, stirring to deglaze the pan. Add the tarragon and green onions, and return the chicken to the pan. Stir well to blend and cook until the sherry has evaporated. Reduce the heat to low and stir in enough of the cream sauce to bind and thicken, 1 to 1 1/2 cups. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
  • Place the crepes on a work surface. One at a time, spoon the filling along the bottom third of each crepe, about 3 tablespoons per crepe, and roll into a cylinder to enclose the filling. Place, seam side down, in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining crepes.
  • To the remaining cream sauce, add the Gruyere and stir to incorporate. Spoon the sauce evenly over the crepes. (NOTE: The crepes can be tightly covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated for 1 day or frozen for 3 days at this point. Bring to room temperature before baking.)
  • Bake until warmed through and the top starts to become bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and top with the Parmesan. Bake until the cheese is melted and the topping is golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and place in a chafing dish holder or on trivets. Serve hot, 1 to 2 crepes per person.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.
  • Whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, and 4 1/2 teaspoons of the butter to form a smooth, thin batter. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before proceeding.
  • Heat a heavy 6-inch skillet or crepe pan over medium-high heat. When hot, brush with a light coating of the remaining butter. Ladle about 1/4 cup of crepe batter into the pan, tilting the skillet to evenly coat the pan with batter. Cook until golden brown on the bottom and the top begins to look dry, 1 to 2 minutes. Using a spatula, carefully turn the crepe and cook on the second side just until the bottom colors slightly, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with waxed paper to keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter.
  • Assemble as directed in the Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Crepes. (Alternatively, make ahead and when cool, layer between sheets of waxed paper and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until ready to use, up to 3 days.)

CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM CRêPES



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Think crepes are just for breakfast? Think again! These savory Chicken and Mushroom Crepes are perfect for any meal. Shredded Mozzarella, chopped onions, boneless chicken and chive & onion cream cheese spread make these some tasty mushroom crepes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     French Food

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Tbsp. oil, divided
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1/2 lb. sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup (1/2 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA Chive & Onion Cream Cheese Spread
8 ready-to-use crêpes (8 inch)
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat half the oil in large deep skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook 4 to 5 min. or until done, stirring frequently. Remove chicken from skillet; cover to keep warm.
  • Heat remaining oil in skillet. Add mushrooms and onions; cook and stir 8 min. or until onions are tender and mushrooms release most their liquid.
  • Stir in chicken broth; bring to boil. Add cream cheese spread; cook 3 min. or until cream cheese is completely melted and sauce is slightly thickened, stirring constantly with whisk.
  • Return chicken to skillet; cook 1 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently.
  • Spoon about 1/3 cup mushroom mixture onto half of each crêpe; top with 1 Tbsp. mozzarella, then fold in half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 670 mg, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 21 g, Protein 29 g

CREAMY CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM CREPES



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Make your life easier by buying a rotisserie chicken from the deli counter and use the breast meat for this recipe. You'll save time without compromising the calorie count. You'll have some leftover chicken for another meal later in the week. If you can't find baby portobello mushrooms, use cremini mushrooms. Look for packaged crepes in the produce aisle.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 6 crepes, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon butter
1 cup vertically sliced onion
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups thinly sliced baby portobello mushroom caps (about 6 ounces)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1/4 cup creme fraiche
2 cups shredded roasted boneless skinless chicken breasts
6 (9 inch) packaged french crepes (such as Melissa's)
thyme, springs (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute 2 minutes or until onion begins to brown. Add mushrooms, salt, and pepper; cook 3 minutes or until liquid evaporates and mushrooms are tender, stirring frequently. Add wine, and cook 3 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates, stirring frequently. Add broth and fresh thyme; cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat; add Creme Frache, stirring until well blended. Add chicken, tossing to coat.
  • Place 1 crepe on each of 6 plates. Spoon about 1/3 cup mushroom mixture into center of each crepe; roll up. Garnish with thyme sprigs, if desired. Serve immediately.

STUFFED CREPES WITH MUSHROOMS, HAM AND BECHAMEL SAUCE



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Categories     Mushroom     Pork     Bake     Bastille Day     Parmesan     Ham     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 21

Mushroom Filling
1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
2 cups hot water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/2 pound button mushrooms, sliced
Sauce
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon unbleached all purpose flour
2 2/3 cups milk (do not use low-fat or nonfat)
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 thin 5x3-inch smoked ham slices
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
Basic Crepes
2 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup unbleached all purpose flour
1 1/4 cups (or more) milk (do not use low-fat or nonfat)
Melted butter

Steps:

  • For Filling
  • Place porcini mushrooms in large bowl. Pour 2 cups hot water over; let stand 30 minutes to soften. Using slotted spoons, remove mushrooms from soaking liquid. Discard liquid. Finely chop porcini.
  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and saute 1 minute. Add porcini and parsley and saute 1 minute. Add wine and boil until liquid evaporates, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Mix in button mushrooms. Cover and cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Uncover and simmer until liquid evaporates, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • For Sauce
  • Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and stir 3 minutes (do not brown). Gradually whisk in milk. Simmer until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Stir in nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper. Cool to lukewarm, about 30 minutes.
  • For Crepes
  • Whisk eggs and salt in large bowl. Gradually whisk in flour, then 1 1/4 cups milk. Strain into medium bowl. Let stand 1 hour.
  • If necessary, add more milk by tablespoons to batter to thin to consistency of heavy whipping cream. Heat 8-inch diameter nonstick skillet over medium-high head. Brush with melted butter. Pour 3 tablespoons batter into skillet and swirl to coat bottom evenly. Cook until top appears dry, loosening sides of crepe with spatula, about 45 seconds. Turn and cook until brown spots appear on second side, about 30 seconds. Turn crepe out onto plate. Repeat with remaining batter, brushing skillet with butter and stacking crepes on plate.
  • Place 8 crepes on work surface. Place 1 ham slice in center of each crepe. Spread 1 tablespoons sauce over each. Top each with 2 rounded tablespoons mushroom filling. Roll up crepe jelly roll style. Arrange rolled crepes in single layer in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Spoon remaining sauce over.
  • Preheat oven to 475°F. Bake uncovered until crepes are heated through and top is golden, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese.

Tips:

  • Make-Ahead Crepes: Prepare the crepes ahead of time and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them gently in a pan before filling and serving.
  • Savory Filling Variations: Experiment with different fillings for your crepes. Some popular savory options include spinach and feta, mushrooms and cheese, or ham and Gruyère.
  • Sweet Filling Variations: For a sweet treat, try fillings like Nutella and banana, whipped cream and berries, or lemon curd and powdered sugar.
  • Garnish with Fresh Herbs: Before serving, garnish your crepes with fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or dill for an extra pop of flavor and color.
  • Serve with a Side Salad: Accompany your crepes with a light and refreshing side salad to balance out the richness of the filling.

Conclusion:

French chicken and mushroom crepes are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a gourmet meal that will impress your friends and family. Whether you choose to fill your crepes with savory or sweet ingredients, be sure to experiment with different flavor combinations to find your perfect match. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's sure to please everyone, give French chicken and mushroom crepes a try!

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