Chicken In Cream Sauce Volaille A La Crme Recipe

Indulge in the exquisite simplicity of Volaille à la Crème, a classic French dish hailing from the Bresse region. This recipe elevates succulent chicken to new heights with a luscious, velvety cream sauce. Perfectly browned chicken breasts are simmered in a rich sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that will impress even the most discerning palates. Easy to follow instructions and a short prep time make this dish perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Get ready to savor authentic French cuisine!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 1069.3 kcal
Protein 118g
Rating 4.9 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chicken In Cream Sauce Volaille A La Crme

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How to Make Chicken In Cream Sauce Volaille A La Crme

  1. Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  3. Remove chicken from Dutch oven and set aside; cover to keep warm.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add sliced onions and cook for 5 minutes, until softened.
  5. Add sliced mushrooms and shallots; cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly caramelized. Add sugar during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  6. Transfer the caramelized vegetables to a plate and cover to keep warm.
  7. Increase heat to high. Add white wine to the Dutch oven and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, creating a fond. Let it simmer for 1 minute.
  8. Add chicken stock and thyme sprigs to the Dutch oven. Return chicken to the pan. Cover and reduce heat to low-medium. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  9. Increase heat to medium-high. Stir in crème fraîche. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  10. Remove thyme sprigs before serving. Serve the Chicken Volaille à la Crème hot, garnished with the caramelized vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

187g

Carbs

2g

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