French Herbed Chicken

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14
French Herbed Chicken recipe for an elevated dinner experience
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Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons shortening
3 lbs chicken
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1 clove of minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced parsley
3/4 teaspoon thyme
1 cup sauterne white wine
2 stalks of sliced celery
1 can of undrained sliced mushrooms
1 medium bay leaf

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
400
Sugar
3g
Fat
22g
French Herbed Chicken is a classic French dish that pairs perfectly with a good bottle of wine and some crusty bread. The combination of the herbs and wine creates a rich and savory sauce that makes this chicken dish unforgettable. It is a great recipe to elevate your dinner experience with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.In a pan, melt shortening over medium heat and add chicken to brown.
3.Add salt and pepper to both sides of the chicken.
4.When chicken is browned, transfer to a baking dish.
5.Add the chopped carrots, minced garlic, minced parsley, thyme, and bay leaf to the same pan.
6.Cook for 5 minutes, then add white wine to deglaze the pan.
7.Let cook for another 5 minutes before pouring the mixture over the chicken.
8.Add the sliced celery and undrained mushrooms to the baking dish.
9.Bake for 1 hour or until chicken is cooked through.

PROS

French Herbed Chicken is bursting with flavor and perfect for a fancy dinner party or a cozy night in.

It can be easily made in advance and reheated for convenience.

CONS

This recipe takes some time to prepare.
It requires sautéing the chicken and vegetables before baking, which may add time to the overall process.

It may also not be the best recipe for those who do not enjoy the taste or smell of wine in their food.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein and is low in fat and calories when compared to other meat.
This recipe also includes essential nutrients from vegetables like carrots and celery and herbs like thyme, parsley, and bay leaves.

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