Fricassee of Chicken a La Berrichonne

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Fricassee of Chicken a La Berrichonne - A Classic French Dish
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g chicken
350 g carrots
50 g butter
1 cup stock ( chicken )
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon clove
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon sage
2 egg yolks
1/8 teaspoon caster sugar ( superfine )
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon vinegar ( white wine or cider )
10 g fresh parsley leaves
5 g salt
2 g pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
518
Sugar
3g
Fat
39g
Fricassee of Chicken a La Berrichonne is a classic French dish that originated in the Berry region of France. It's a creamy, flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion. This dish typically contains chicken, carrots, and a rich cream sauce that is infused with spices and vinegar. It's traditionally served hot and garnished with fresh herbs like parsley. The dish can also be served over rice or with a slice of crusty French bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Fricassee of Chicken a La Berrichonne is a classic French dish that is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more!

Instructions

1.Remove the skin from the chicken, and cut into pieces.
2.Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds.
3.In a large frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
4.Add the chicken and cook until it's golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
5.Add the sliced carrots to the pan and cook for 5 minutes.
6.Pour in the chicken stock and add the thyme, clove, bay leaf, and sage.
7.Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
8.In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks, caster sugar, heavy cream, and vinegar together.
9.Remove the bay leaf from the frying pan and slowly add in the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
10.Cook the mixture over low heat until it thickens.
11.Serve the Fricassee hot, garnished with fresh parsley leaves. Enjoy!

PROS

Fricassee of Chicken a La Berrichonne is a classic French dish that is rich, creamy, and full of flavor.

It’s a great way to use up leftover chicken, and you can adjust the ingredients according to your taste.

CONS

This dish can be time-consuming to prepare, and requires some culinary skill.

It contains a lot of fat, calories and sodium, so it may not be ideal for people who are watching their diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is an excellent source of protein and B vitamins.
It’s also low in fat and calories, making it a healthy choice for most people.
Carrots are an excellent source of dietary fiber, vitamin K, and potassium, which can contribute to overall health.

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