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Brazilian Fricassee

Cultural Context

Brazilian Fricassee, or Frango à Fricassé, has roots in Portuguese cuisine, where fricassee refers to a method of cooking meat in a sauce. This comforting dish showcases the Brazilian love for chicken and creamy sauces, often served with rice. It's a family favorite, especially during gatherings, and has evolved with regional variations, incorporating local vegetables and spices. Today, it's enjoyed across Brazil and beyond, celebrated for its rich flavors and heartwarming appeal.

BrazilianBRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs chicken thighs
1 cup celery, chopped
2 cups carrots, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup king trumpet mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons plain flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup white wine
2 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon mustard
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon zest

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable than breasts.

grated cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is less expensive.

1

Dice celery, carrots, onions, and garlic.

2

Use king trumpet mushrooms, which are meaty, sweet, and buttery.

3

Add plain flour to a bowl and transfer the chicken thighs into it.

4

Season the chicken with salt and black pepper.

5

Add olive oil to a hot pan and mix well.

6

Shake off the excess flour from the chicken and add it to the pan.

7

Cook the chicken until golden brown, then transfer it to a plate.

8

Add all the diced vegetables to the pan.

9

Add salt and sweat the vegetables until soft.

10

Add a bay leaf and white wine, then reduce by half.

11

Add chicken stock and transfer the chicken back to the pan.

12

Cook on medium heat for about 40 minutes.

13

At the end, add mustard, heavy cream, green onion, and lemon zest.

14

Mix well and keep warm.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingshreddingmixing

Equipment Needed

large skilletcutting boardknifemeasuring cupsspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Frango à FricasséChicken Fricassee

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