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A white plate with creamy chicken and mushrooms from a classic chicken fricassee recipe, garnished with fresh thyme, sits on marble next to golden utensils, a yellow napkin, and a pot filled with more of the savory dish.

Creamy Chicken Fricassee Recipe

Melissa Griffiths
This classic Chicken Fricassee Recipe features tender chicken thighs in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. This French chicken stew is easy to make with simple ingredients and delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under an hour!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 5
Calories 597 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 pounds chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 4-5 sprigs of fresh thyme
  • ½ white onion (diced (about 1 cup))
  • 8 ounces sliced white mushrooms
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet or pan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Once the butter has completely melted, add the chicken thighs. Cook the thighs for about 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  • Remove the chicken from the pan. Add the flour and spices to the pan and stir quickly to combine.
  • Add the mushrooms and diced onion. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the veggies are soft.
  • Pour the chicken broth and cream into the pan and whisk thoroughly, ensuring there are no lumps in the mixture. Place the chicken back into the pan and reduce the stove to a medium heat.
  • Allow the chicken to finish cooking as the sauce thickens (about 20-25 minutes). Ensure that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Preferred Chicken Cut: While boneless, skinless chicken thighs are ideal, any chicken cut works well in this recipe, and the cooking steps remain unchanged.
Searing Before Cooking Through: The chicken does not need to be fully cooked in the initial step; the goal is simply to achieve a golden sear before it finishes cooking in the sauce.
Allowing the Sauce to Thicken: The sauce may look thin at first, but it will continue to thicken as it simmers. Keep the pot uncovered so excess moisture can evaporate properly.
Optional Vegetables Additions: Diced celery or tomatoes can be added to enhance the dish with extra flavor and texture.
White Wine Variation: Although the dish is often prepared with white wine, it can be substituted easily: reduce the chicken broth by ½ cup and replace that amount with white wine if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 of 5 servingsCalories: 597kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 33gFat: 48gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 231mgSodium: 570mgPotassium: 594mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 820IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 2mg
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