Description
Chicken Chasseur is a classic French braised chicken dish featuring tender chicken, mushrooms, tomatoes, and fresh herbs simmered in a rich savory sauce. This comforting one-pot meal delivers elegant flavor with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or mixed chicken pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
2 shallots, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup white grape juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup diced tomatoes with juices
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Extra salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season with kosher salt and black pepper. Let rest for 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken skin-side down for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown. Turn and brown the other side for 3 to 4 minutes, then transfer to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium and add the butter. Cook the mushrooms for 6 to 8 minutes until browned.
- Add the shallots and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the white grape juice and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the chicken stock, diced tomatoes, thyme, and tarragon. Stir well.
- Return the chicken to the pot with the skin facing up. Cover and simmer gently for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the lid and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes more if a thicker sauce is desired.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Stir in the fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Use a mix of chicken thighs and drumsticks for added texture.
Pearl onions can be added for a sweeter flavor.
Button mushrooms or wild mushrooms may be substituted for cremini mushrooms.
Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a subtle smoky note.
Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, noodles, polenta, or crusty bread.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freeze for up to 3 months in freezer-safe containers.
Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braise
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
