Creamy Chicken Blanquette

- 450g/1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 120ml/1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice from 1/2 small lemon
- 240ml/1 cup heavy cream (34% fat)
- 15g/1 tbsp concentrated veal or beef broth
- 5g/1 tsp dried thyme
- 590ml/2 1/2 cups water
- 60g/1/2 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 118ml/1/2 cup white wine
- 2g/1/2 tsp ground white pepper
- 2g/1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 3g/1 garlic clove, minced
- 30g/2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
- 80g/1 medium-sized carrot, peeled and sliced
- 28g/2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 100g small, fine mushrooms (such as button or cremini)
1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt 2 tablespoons (30g) of butter over medium heat. Sauté 1 large onion, sliced, until softened and translucent.
2. Add 1 pound (450g) of chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the heat and set it aside.
3. In the same skillet, add 8 ounces (225g) of mushrooms and cook over medium heat until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly.
5. Pour in 1/2 cup (120ml) of dry white wine and cook over medium heat until the liquid has almost completely reduced, about 5 minutes.
6. Add 1 cup (250ml) of veal broth and 1/2 cup (120ml) of water to the skillet. Return the browned chicken to the skillet and bring the mixture to a boil.
7. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, cover the skillet, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
8. Stir in 1/2 cup (120ml) of heavy cream and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
9. Season the sauce with salt and white pepper to taste.
10. Serve the chicken and sauce over boiled potatoes, garnished with chopped parsley and a sprig of rosemary.
- Large skillet or Dutch oven
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- wooden spoon
- silicone spatula
- measuring cups and spoons
- whisk
- plate and serving utensils
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