Morel mushrooms are one of the most delicious-and fleeting-signs of spring, and this one-pan dish is a decadent way to usher in the new season. In it, tender whole chicken legs are finished in a creamy sauce that's layered with the flavors of morels, herbs and white wine. Round out the meal with a salad of mixed greens, oven-roasted potatoes or rice pilaf for an impressive dinner-party menu.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Season the chicken generously all over with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large heavy pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering and just starting to smoke, add the chicken skin-side down and cook until golden brown all over, flipping halfway through, about 12 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate; set aside.
- Return the pan to medium heat and add the shallots and garlic to the pan. Cook, stirring often, until the shallots are soft and the garlic is lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook, gently stirring and scraping up any browned bits from bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon, until the mushrooms begin to release liquid, about 2 minutes. Transfer the mushroom mixture to a medium bowl and set aside.
- Add the wine to the pan and bring to a boil. Cook until the wine is reduced by half, about 4 minutes. Add the broth and thyme and bring back to a boil. Return the chicken to the pan, skin-side up, along with any juices from the plate and cover with the lid slightly ajar. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
- Swirl in the cream and return the mushroom mixture to the pan. Simmer (uncovered) over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Place the chicken on a serving plate, spoon the mushroom sauce over and sprinkle with chives.
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Dan Kimball
[email protected]I'm a busy mom, and I appreciate how quickly this dish comes together. It's a lifesaver on hectic weeknights.
Angel Fox MUA
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party, and everyone raved about it. It was the perfect main course.
AsHok SHarma
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.
Kenzy 4real
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The morel mushroom sauce is incredible.
Saima Hanif
[email protected]5 stars! This dish is a true winner.
Gift Ehiabhi
[email protected]Thank you for sharing this recipe. It's a new favorite in our household.
OG-Finassed Ttv
[email protected]Overall, I highly recommend this recipe. It's easy to follow, the ingredients are readily available, and the results are spectacular.
Sally McGee
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.
Shiromi Ivojani
[email protected]I served this chicken with roasted vegetables, and it was a hit with my family. Everyone loved it!
Meire B
[email protected]The morel mushrooms added a lovely earthy flavor to the dish. I highly recommend using them if you can find them.
George Bell
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and the chicken turned out perfectly cooked. The meat was tender and juicy.
Mr Technician
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. Just a few ingredients and you have a delicious and elegant meal.
Ruman Hossain
[email protected]The sauce was particularly noteworthy. It was rich, flavorful, and complemented the chicken perfectly.
Afghani Writes
[email protected]The recipe was straightforward, and the results were impressive. Even as a novice cook, I was able to create a restaurant-quality meal.
Shabaz Sadiq
[email protected]This chicken dish was an absolute delight! The combination of pan-roasted chicken and morel mushroom sauce was divine.