Susan Reid
@susanrei
Creamy Chicken Fricassee
This creamy chicken fricassee is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken chunks enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce made from heavy cream, chicken broth, and a hint of lemon. Perfect for a comforting dinner, this recipe is easy to follow and sure to impress your family and friends.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Meal Type:dinner
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:9
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 2 cups
- 2 cups
- 1 tablespoon
- 4
- 1/4 cup
- 1 teaspoon
- 4
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Chicken Fricassee.
Step 1
To start, grab a saucepan and place it over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the flour and margarine, stirring them together until they create a smooth, velvety paste that will serve as the base for your delicious sauce.
Step 3
Next, it’s time to introduce the heavy cream.
Step 4
Whisk it in gradually, about half a cup at a time, ensuring each addition is fully blended before adding more.
Step 5
Once the cream is incorporated, pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle in the dried parsley.
Step 6
Keep whisking as you bring this delightful mixture to a gentle simmer, watching it thicken beautifully.
Step 7
While that’s happening, take a moment to whisk together the egg yolks and lemon juice in a separate bowl.
Step 8
This zesty blend will add a wonderful depth of flavor to your sauce.
Step 9
Now, it’s time to combine the two.
Step 10
Slowly drizzle the egg yolk mixture into the simmering cream sauce, adding about a tablespoon at a time.
Step 11
Stir gently as you do this, keeping the heat just below a simmer to avoid any curdling mishaps.
Step 12
You want the sauce to be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, creating a luscious texture.
Step 13
If you’re aiming for an even thicker sauce, mix a bit of cornstarch with a small amount of the sauce in a bowl to create a slurry.
Step 14
Stir this back into the saucepan and let it cook for an additional two minutes, allowing it to reach your desired thickness.
Step 15
Finally, it’s time to bring it all together.
Step 16
Add the cooked chicken breast pieces to the sauce, stirring gently until they are warmed through and coated in that creamy goodness.
Step 17
This dish is not just a meal; it’s a comforting hug in a bowl, perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying on a cozy night in.
Step 18
Enjoy every bite!.