Chicken a la Duchesse: A Classic French Dish

Chicken a la Duchesse is a classic French dish that is simple to make, yet elegant enough for a special occasion. This dish is made with roast chicken, mushroom sauce, and puff pastry.

To make the chicken: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Place a rack in the center of the oven. Cut 1 whole chicken into 8-10 pieces. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.

To make the sauce: Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet you used to cook the chicken. Add 8 ounces sliced mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes, until soft. Add 1 minced garlic clove and cook for an additional minute. Stir in 1 cup white wine and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes, until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

To assemble: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Roll out a sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 4 rectangles. Place 2 pieces of cooked chicken on each rectangle of puff pastry. Top with mushroom sauce and fold up the edges of the puff pastry around the filling, pressing gently to seal shut. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown. Serve hot!

How to Make Chicken a la Duchesse

This is a classic French dish of braised chicken in a sauce made with egg yolks, white wine, and butter.

Ingredients:

1 whole chicken, cut into serving pieces

1 onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 sprig fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

1/2 cup white wine or dry vermouth

3 tablespoons butter

3 egg yolks

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).  In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken, onion, garlic, and thyme until the chicken is no longer pink and the onion is softened.  Pour in the wine and bring to a boil.   Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.   Transfer the contents of the skillet to an ovenproof baking dish. Dot with butter.  In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and salt and pepper. Pour over the chicken mixture.   Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly. Serve hot.  

Chicken a la Duchesse Recipe: Delicious and Sophisticated

This chicken a la duchesse recipe is delicious and sophisticated. The flavors are elegant and complex, and the dish is sure to impress any guests you serve it to.

Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup milk 1/4 cup white wine 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking dish. 2. Place chicken in a shallow dish. In a small bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Sprinkle over chicken, turning to coat evenly. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken to the skillet, and cook for 3 minutes on each side or until browned. 3. Place chicken in the prepared baking dish. Combine milk and white wine; pour over chicken. Spread condensed cream of mushroom soup over the top of each breast. Cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

1. Remove from oven, and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Chicken a la Duchesse: The Perfect Dish for a Fancy Dinner Party

Chicken a la Duchesse is one of those recipes that sounds much more complicated than it really is. In fact, this dish comes together easily and quickly for a festive dinner party. The secret to its success is the use of store-bought puff pastry—a shortcut that makes this dish elegant and fuss-free.

The first step is to make a simple béchamel sauce. This can be done in advance, or while the chicken is cooking. Just melt some butter in a saucepan over medium heat, then whisk in some flour until the mixture is smooth. Gradually add milk, whisking continually until the sauce has thickened. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Next, cut the cooked chicken into cubes or slices and set aside. Then, roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until it's about 1/4-inch thick. Cut the pastry into four equal squares, then place the chicken pieces in the center of each square. Fold up the corners of each square so that they meet in the center, forming small triangles around the chicken.

Brush each triangle with some of the béchamel sauce, then place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 400 degrees for about 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

This Chicken a la Duchesse makes an impressive main course for any special occasion!

Chicken a la Duchesse: A Delicious and Elegant Meal

This dish is a classic French creation that will make any meal feel special. It is perfect for a romantic dinner at home or for impressing your guests at a dinner party. The ingredients are simple, but the end result is complex and delicious.

To make chicken a la Duchesse, you will need: 2 tablespoons of butter 1 onion, chopped 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 cup of white wine 1 cup of chicken broth 1 tablespoon of flour 1/2 cup of heavy cream Salt and pepper to taste

In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5 minutes per side, or until browned. Add the wine and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.

In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and cream. Add to the skillet and continue to simmer for 5 more minutes, or until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over cooked egg noodles or mashed potatoes.