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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
2 tbsp olive oil
8 chicken pieces (4 drumsticks and 4 thighs)
1/4 lb. thick bacon, chopped into strips
4 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
1/2 lb. white button mushrooms, halved
1 bay leaf
2 rosemary sprigs
2 thyme sprigs, leaves only
1 1/2 oz. brandy
1 3/4 cups chicken stock
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

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

Begin chicken fricassee by browning the chicken in a hot pan after seasoning it with salt and pepper.

2

Season chicken on both sides for even flavor.

3

Use fresh thyme and rosemary herbs to add depth to the dish.

4

Crush garlic cloves with the skin on for the rustic flavor profile.

5

Prepare chestnut mushrooms and pancetta to add to the dish; aim for color on the chicken before adding them.

6

Sauté pancetta with chicken, then add garlic and mushrooms.

7

Strip rosemary and thyme leaves for use in the fricassee.

8

Carefully flambé with brandy to enrich the flavor without the raw alcohol taste.

9

Add chicken stock and simmer to reduce for about 10 minutes.

10

Cover the fricassee with a lid partially on to allow steaming while cooking.

11

Chop fresh parsley for garnish and sprinkle it on the fricassee.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingshreddingmixing

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Frango à FricasséChicken Fricassee

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