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Bergen Easter Chicken Recipe

Celebrate Easter with this elegant Bergen Easter Chicken recipe! Tender chicken is browned to perfection, then simmered in a rich broth with sherry, creating a succulent and flavorful dish. A creamy parsley sauce with melted cheese adds a touch of luxuriousness, making it a memorable meal for your Easter celebration or any special occasion. This recipe is surprisingly easy to make and delivers restaurant-quality results.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 818.9 kcal
Protein 115g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Bergen Easter Chicken

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Ingredients for Bergen Easter Chicken

  • 1 whole chicken (approximately 3-4 pounds), skin removed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • White Pepper
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • Chicken Broth
  • Sherry Wine
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Whipping Cream
  • Cheddar Cheese

How to Make Bergen Easter Chicken

  1. Remove the skin from the 3-4 pound whole chicken.
  2. Season the chicken generously with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken in the skillet.
  4. Brown the chicken evenly on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Pour 2 cups of chicken broth over the browned chicken.
  6. Add 1/4 cup of dry sherry to the skillet.
  7. Cover the skillet tightly and reduce the heat to low.
  8. Simmer gently for 35-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork.
  9. Carefully remove the cooked chicken from the skillet using a slotted spoon and place it on a platter to keep warm. Tent with foil to prevent drying.
  10. Add 1/2 cup of chopped fresh parsley and 1/2 cup of heavy cream to the drippings in the skillet.
  11. Simmer the sauce over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it reduces to about 1 cup and has a slightly thickened, glazed appearance (about 5-7 minutes).
  12. Reduce heat to low and stir in 1/4 cup of grated Gruyere cheese until melted and smooth. Do not overcook.
  13. Pour the creamy sauce generously over the warm chicken.
  14. Garnish as desired (optional: fresh parsley sprigs).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

125g

Carbs

0g

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