How to Make Secret Chicken Fricassee - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things more comforting than the rich, savory flavors of a well-made Chicken Fricassee. This classic French dish is a popular go-to for a cozy Sunday dinner or a special occasion meal. Its tender, juicy chicken, flavorful vegetables, and creamy, indulgent sauce make it a beloved favorite for many. But what if I told you that there's a secret recipe for Chicken Fricassee that takes this beloved dish to a whole new level?

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup margarine
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 4 egg yolks
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch, or as needed (Optional)
  • 4 cooked chicken breasts, broken into chunks

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Mix flour and margarine together in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the flour and margarine form a paste.
  • Whisk cream into flour mixture about 1/2 cup at a time until smoothly combined; whisk in chicken broth and parsley. Bring sauce to a simmer, whisking constantly until thickened.
  • Whisk egg yolks and lemon juice together in a bowl.
  • Whisk egg yolk mixture slowly into cream mixture, about 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce barely comes to a simmer and coats the back of a spoon. Do not boil.
  • If thicker sauce is desired, whisk cornstarch and 1/4 cup of sauce in a small bowl; stir cornstarch mixture back into sauce until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir chicken breast pieces into sauce until chicken is heated through.
  • Nutrition

    693 cal.

    • Total Fat: 62g
    • Saturated Fat: 31g
    • Cholesterol: 415mg
    • Sodium: 703mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 118mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 261mg