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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 pieces
1 cup shallots, chopped
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup dry French white wine
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup tomato puree
2 tablespoons corn flour
1 cup water
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon tarragon

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

Optional: Fry the chicken for a little bit to add flavor before putting it in the slow cooker.

2

Fry the onions and mushrooms for a few minutes until they soften.

3

Add garlic to the onions and mushrooms and cook for a further 30 seconds.

4

Pour in some dry French white wine and reduce it by half to burn off most of the alcohol.

5

Add the reduced wine mixture to the slow cooker.

6

Add chicken stock, tomato puree, corn flour mixed with water, dried thyme, and tarragon to the slow cooker.

7

Add the chicken back into the slow cooker.

8

Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

slow cooker

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

alcohol

Also Known As

Hunter's ChickenChasseur de Poulet
Local Name: Poulet chasseur

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