CHICKEN WITH PORCINI GRAVY AND POLENTA

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This week we are getting 2 different meals out of the same basic protein, cubed pork shoulder (butt) and chicken thighs. Midweek? A meat-free menu to lighten things up.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Handful dried porcini mushrooms (about 1/2 ounce)
3 cups chicken stock
8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, pounded
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons flour, plus more for dredging
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
A few fresh sage leaves, chopped
A few fresh thyme leaves, chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup milk
1 cup quick-cooking polenta
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Finely chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the dried mushrooms in pot with 2 cups of the stock. Simmer to soften the mushrooms and flavor the stock. When rehydrated, remove the mushrooms from the stock and chop. Reserve the stock, except for the very bottom, which may contain grit from the mushrooms.
  • Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper, and then dredge in flour. Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat and add the chicken to brown on both sides. Remove to a plate and add a bit more oil if necessary. Add 2 tablespoons of the butter to the pan and melt. When the butter foams, add the garlic, onions, sage, thyme and some salt and pepper, and cook to soften, 7 to 8 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons flour, then deglaze the pan with the wine. Add the chopped mushrooms and whisk in the flavored stock. Cook to thicken a bit and add the chicken back to the sauce.
  • Cool and store for a make-ahead meal. Reheat over medium heat.
  • To serve, heat the remaining 1 cup stock, the milk and 1 cup water to a low boil. Whisk in the polenta, and then whisk to thicken, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, some salt and pepper and the grated cheese.
  • Serve the polenta in shallow bowls topped with the chicken, gravy and a sprinkle of parsley.

Redeemer Nation
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This is one of my favorite chicken recipes! The gravy is so rich and flavorful, and the polenta is the perfect side dish. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Bh network
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The polenta was a bit too thick for my taste, but the chicken and gravy were perfect. I would make this dish again, but I would use less polenta next time.


Binta Sillah
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This dish was easy to make and very delicious. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a new chicken recipe.


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The chicken was a bit dry, but the gravy was excellent. I would recommend using a different cut of chicken, or cooking it for a shorter amount of time.


Rita L
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved the chicken and gravy, and the polenta was a nice change from mashed potatoes. I will definitely be making this again.


Che Arrington
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This chicken with porcini gravy and polenta was an absolute delight! The chicken was cooked to perfection, and the gravy was rich and flavorful. The polenta was creamy and smooth, and it paired perfectly with the chicken and gravy. I highly recommend