Chicken a la Duchesse: The Most Elegant Way to Eat Chicken
When it comes to elegant chicken dishes, few can compare to chicken a la duchesse. This dish is made by sautéing chicken breasts in butter until cooked through, then removing them from the pan. The pan is deglazed with white wine, and then some heavy cream is added. The sauce is thickened with a roux, and finally the cooked chicken is returned to the pan to coat in the sauce.
Chicken a la duchesse can be served over pasta, rice, or potatoes. It's also delicious when served with a green vegetable like broccoli or asparagus. The end result is an elegant and sophisticated dish that will impress your guests.
If you're looking for an easy but impressive chicken dish, try Chicken a la Duchesse. It's sure to be a hit!
New Recipe: Chicken a la Duchesse
This recipe is a variation on one that I found in an old cookbook belonging to my husband's grandmother. I have made some adjustments to the original, and I think the end result is a dish that is both tasty and elegant.
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken, cut into serving pieces 3 tablespoons butter 1 onion, chopped 2 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup flour 1 cup milk Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup white wine or vermouth 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped 1 bay leaf 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves Instructions: 1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until softened. 2. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. 3. In a small bowl, whisk together flour and milk until smooth. Add to boiling broth mixture and stir until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 4. Add white wine or vermouth and continue stirring until mixture thickens further. 5. Remove from heat and discard bay leaf. Stir in parsley and thyme leaves. 6. Serve chicken a la duchesse over cooked egg noodles or rice pilaf for a tasty, elegant meal the whole family will love!
Serve Up Some Style With This Delicious Chicken a la Duchesse Recipe
It has been said that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. What about a woman's heart, though? Surely there must be a dish or two that can win her over as well. This chicken a la duchesse recipe is one such dish.
Not only is it absolutely delicious, but it also looks incredibly elegant, making it perfect for impressing guests. Best of all, it's not overly complicated to make, so even novice cooks can pull it off with ease.
Here's what you'll need to get started:
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1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 onion, diced
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1 carrot, peeled and diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
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1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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Salt and pepper to taste
The first step is to preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onion and carrot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and thyme and cook for another minute. Pour in the white wine or chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and simmer for about 10 minutes, until cooked through. Transfer the contents of the skillet to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the heavy cream and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the baking dish and bake for 20 minutes, until bubbly. Serve hot!
A Classic French Dish: Chicken a la Duchesse
One classic French dish is chicken a la duchesse. This dish features chicken breasts that have been pounded thin, then breaded and fried. The chicken is served with a creamy sauce made from bechamel sauce and cheese.
This dish is easy to make and it's sure to impress your guests. It's the perfect dish for a special occasion or for a romantic dinner for two. You can serve it with some steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
If you're looking for a delicious and elegant French dish, give chicken a la duchesse a try. You won't be disappointed!
How to Make Chicken a la Duchesse
This dish is a classic French preparation that is typically made with veal, but it can also be made with chicken. The resulting dish is a creamy, silky stewed chicken that is perfect for a romantic dinner at home.
To make this dish, start by cutting the chicken into small pieces. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic to the pan and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the chicken to the pan and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the wine to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the stock and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cream, egg yolks, and parsley. Add this mixture to the pan and cook for 2 minutes, or until thickened. Serve immediately with mashed potatoes or rice.
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