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Chicken Cream Stew

Chicken Cream Stew

Discover the comforting flavors of Chicken Cream Stew, a simple yet rich dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Try this classic French recipe today!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts or boneless thighs your choice
  • 200 g mushrooms
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove crushed
  • 40 g butter divided
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 200 ml heavy cream
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 500 ml chicken broth
  • 1 bouquet garni (bay leaf, thyme, parsley)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • optional fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Prep your veggies and chicken: Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds, clean the mushrooms and cut them into slices, finely chop the onion, crush the garlic clove, and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large pot, melt 20g of butter over medium heat and brown the chicken pieces slightly on all sides, then set aside.
  3. Add the remaining butter to the pot and sauté the onions, garlic, carrots, and mushrooms for about 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the veggies and stir well, cooking for 2 minutes before slowly pouring in the chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps.
  5. Return the chicken to the pot with the bouquet garni, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes.
  6. Mix the heavy cream, egg yolk, and lemon juice in a bowl; remove the pot from heat, and stir this mixture in gently.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, discard the bouquet garni, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To elevate your Chicken Cream Stew, deglaze the pot with a splash of white wine before adding the broth for added flavor complexity. This stew can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container, or frozen (without cream) for up to 3 months. Reheat gently, adding broth if needed to adjust consistency. Experiment with other herbs or veggies according to your preference, and feel free to substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
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