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Chicken Chasseur

Cultural Context

Chicken Chasseur, or Hunter's Chicken, hails from the rustic kitchens of France, where it was traditionally prepared by hunters returning from the field. The dish showcases the harmony of simple ingredients—chicken, mushrooms, and herbs—cooked in a rich sauce. Today, it is celebrated in bistros and homes alike, embodying the essence of French country cooking, with variations found in many cultures around the world.

FrenchFRmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs chicken breast
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons bacon grease
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup merlot (or cabernet sauvignon)
8 oz mushrooms
1/2 cup scallions
1 cup grape tomatoes
1 cup demi-glaze
4 oz cooked bacon
1/4 cup parsley

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

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Chicken broth maintains flavor without alcohol.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: mixed Italian seasoning

Dried herbs are more accessible and last longer.

1

Heat a medium-sized pan with bacon grease and butter until hot.

2

Dredge chicken breast in flour seasoned with salt and black pepper.

3

Place chicken in the hot pan skin-side down and cook for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.

4

Flip the chicken and cook the other side for about 45 minutes.

5

Transfer the chicken to an oven preheated to 325°F and bake for about 10-12 minutes until it reaches 165°F.

6

In the same pan, heat butter and deglaze with merlot, scraping up the bits from the bottom.

7

Add sliced mushrooms and halved grape tomatoes to the pan and cook until al dente.

8

Incorporate demi-glaze into the sauce and add butter to enrich it.

9

Add crispy cooked bacon to the sauce just before serving.

10

Sprinkle parsley over the dish before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large skilletwooden spoonmeasuring cups

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

alcohol

Also Known As

Hunter's ChickenChasseur de Poulet
Local Name: Poulet chasseur

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