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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
2 lb raw chicken
2 tablespoons plain flour
2 tablespoons cooking oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion
2 medium carrots
8 oz mushrooms
2 cups chicken stock
3 tablespoons tomato puree
2 bay leaves

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

Coat the raw chicken with plain flour, ensuring it is well coated.

2

Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and 2 ounces of butter in a skillet until sizzling.

3

Add the coated chicken to the skillet and leave it to brown without stirring for about 5 minutes.

4

Turn the chicken pieces over and brown the other side for another 4-5 minutes until golden brown.

5

Remove the browned chicken from the skillet and set aside.

6

In the same skillet, add 1 chopped onion, 3 chopped carrots, and 6 ounces of mushrooms, cooking for about 2 minutes.

7

Stir in 2 tablespoons of plain flour and cook until the flour turns brown.

8

Pour in 1 pint of chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring well.

9

Add 1 tablespoon of tomato puree and stir it into the mixture.

10

Add 2 bay leaves to enhance the flavor and stir again.

11

Return the browned chicken pieces to the skillet, spreading them evenly.

12

Turn down the heat and transfer the mixture into a casserole dish.

13

Cover and place the casserole in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

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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