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Chicken Fricassée with Shallots and Bacon

Savory Chicken Fricassée with Shallots and Bacon Comfort

A delightful Chicken Fricassée with Shallots and Bacon that brings the cozy vibes of a classic French bistro right into your home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
For the Flavor Base
  • 6 slices Bacon Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can be substituted with canola oil for dairy-free
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 3 pieces Shallots Sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Fresh or dried
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine Or chicken broth for non-alcoholic

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Rinse and dry the chicken thighs. Season with salt and black pepper and let rest for about 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat and Cook Bacon: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Cook chopped bacon in skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes, then remove and set aside.
  3. Brown the Chicken: In the same skillet, add butter to the drippings. Cook seasoned chicken thighs skin-side down for 8-10 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 6-7 minutes.
  4. Sauté Shallots and Garlic: Add shallots and garlic to the skillet and sauté until shallots are translucent, about 5-6 minutes.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Return chicken thighs to the skillet, pour in white wine, add crispy bacon and sprigs of thyme.
  6. Bake the Chicken Fricassée: Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Remove skillet from oven, let rest, then serve chicken with shallots, bacon, and sauce over mashed potatoes or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is adaptable; feel free to use different chicken cuts or swap out shallots for onions and add your favorite herbs.

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