Chicken Friand (Tourte Au Poulet Et Champignons)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 8
Chicken Friand recipe with puff pastry crust and creamy mushroom sauce
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups boneless skinless chicken thighs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter , divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt & pepper
4 cups sliced mushrooms
1 teaspoon dried herbes de provence , divided
1 cup dry white wine , divided
1 medium yellow onion , finely chopped
1 large garlic clove , minced
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup chicken broth , up to 1 cup
1 cup heavy cream
salt & pepper , to taste
1 sheet puff pastry , thawed
egg wash

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
550
Sugar
4g
Fat
47g
Chicken Friand, also known as Tourte Au Poulet Et Champignons, is a French-inspired dish that combines tender chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and a savory cream sauce, baked in a puff pastry crust. It is a comforting and sophisticated meal that can be served for weekend brunch, dinner parties, or anytime you crave an indulgent meal. The flaky and buttery puff pastry crust is filled with juicy chicken and umami mushrooms, then smothered in a decadent cream sauce that melts in your mouth. This dish is perfect for showcasing your culinary skills and impressing your loved ones with a fancy meal that is easy to make.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400F.
2.In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
3.Season chicken with salt & pepper, and cook until browned on both sides. Remove from pan and set aside.
4.In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms with 1/2 teaspoon of herbes de provence until tender for 5-7 minutes, and set a side.
5.In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter, onions, garlic, and remaining herbes de provence until onions are translucent for about 5 minutes.
6.Whisk in flour until smooth, and gradually stir in white wine, chicken broth, and remaining butter until mixture is heated through.
7.Bring mixture to a boil and whisk in heavy cream and season with salt & pepper. Cook until mixture is thickened for about 5 minutes.
8.Roll out puff pastry, and cut into 8-inch squares or desired shapes.
9.Fill each square pastry dough with a spoonful of chicken, mushrooms, and enough sauce, then fold the edges together and press to seal.
10.Brush the pastries with an egg wash, and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
11.Bake in the oven until pastry is golden brown and puffed, for about 20-25 minutes.

PROS

Chicken Friand is a delicious and flavorful dish, with a crispy and flaky puff pastry crust and a creamy mushroom sauce.

It can be served as a main dish to impress guests or an upgrade to any festive dinner.

CONS

This dish is rich in butter and heavy cream, which makes it high in fat and calories.

It also requires some preparation and cooking time, which may not be suitable for busy weekdays.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken Friand contains protein from chicken and nutrients from mushrooms.
Mushrooms are low in calories and rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They have been linked to supporting immune function, reducing inflammation, and preventing chronic diseases.

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