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Classic French Hunter’s Chicken : Chicken Chasseur

Chicken Chasseur
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A cozy, one-pan French classic, Chicken Chasseur is made with tender bone-in chicken simmered in a savory mushroom, tomato, and herb sauce. Perfect for a comforting family dinner or a dish to impress without the stress.

Ingredients

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  • 3 russet potatoes (optional, for mashed potatoes)
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 pounds bone-in chicken pieces
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • ¼ cup shallots, diced
  • 1½ tablespoons garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chicken stock (replace for wine)
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1½ cups chicken stock
  • ½ cup beef stock
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Optional: prepare mashed potatoes if using.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken 8 minutes per side. Remove and cover.
  3. In the same pan, add remaining olive oil. Sauté mushrooms for 3 minutes, then add shallots and garlic. Cook 1 more minute.
  4. Add extra chicken stock in place of wine and deglaze the pan. Stir in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, both stocks, and sour cream. Simmer until thickened.
  5. Stir in tarragon and remaining butter. Return chicken to the pan and simmer 5 more minutes.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve hot over mashed potatoes or rice.

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