Country chicken in French
6 servings
50 minutes
French country chicken is a cozy and aromatic dish where the simplicity of rustic cuisine meets the sophistication of French culinary traditions. Tender chicken fillet infused with spicy tarragon, juicy mushrooms, and subtle notes of white wine gains a delightful depth of flavor. This dish was born in the rural homes of France, where accessible ingredients were transformed into true masterpieces. Its velvety sauce and soft texture make it perfect for dinner with loved ones. Served with a crispy baguette or creamy mashed potatoes to soak up the rich sauce, this chicken not only warms the soul but also transports you to a cozy French farm where every meal is a celebration.
1
Wash the chicken fillet and cut it into small pieces, pound to a thickness of about 3 mm. On a board, mix flour, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of chopped tarragon. Then coat the chicken pieces in this mixture.
- Chicken fillet: 750 g
- Wheat flour: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Tarragon leaves: 8 pieces
2
Chop the shallots. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and shallots to the pan and sauté uncovered, stirring, for 12-15 minutes until all the liquid evaporates. Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
- Shallots: 1 piece
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Fresh mushrooms: 450 g
3
Heat the remaining oil in the same pan. Place the chicken pieces in the pan and fry for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
4
Pour broth and white wine into the pan where the chicken was fried, add mushrooms with onions and the remaining tarragon. Bring to a boil and let it simmer for 1 minute. Place the chicken on a serving dish and drizzle with the mushroom sauce. Garnish with chopped tarragon.
- Chicken broth: 225 ml
- Dry white wine: 60 ml
- Tarragon leaves: 8 pieces