Chicken thighs in creamy sauce with wild mushrooms

2 servings

100 minutes

Chicken thighs in creamy sauce with forest mushrooms is a tender, rich, and warming dish that embodies the coziness of home cooking. While its roots can be traced to American gastronomy, it is inspired by European traditions where mushrooms and cream create a harmony of flavors. Juicy chicken thighs are slowly simmered in an aromatic sauce enriched with cream, onions, and a blend of peppers. Forest mushrooms add a deep earthy note to the dish while fresh herbs complete the composition with a touch of lightness. This versatile treat is suitable for both everyday family dinners and festive gatherings with loved ones. Serve it with soft mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or crispy baguette to enjoy the richness of flavors.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 350.6
• Proteins: 28.4g
• Fats: 23.2g
• Carbohydrates: 8.1g

Ingredients

• Onion: 1 head
• Chicken thighs: 2 pc
• Sour cream: 100 g
• Salt: to taste
• Frozen forest mushrooms: 100 g
• Mix of peppers: to taste
• Green: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Fry the finely chopped onion in a saucepan with butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Sour cream: 100 g

2. Add mushrooms (without thawing) and simmer for 10-12 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Frozen forest mushrooms: 100 g

3. Then add chicken thighs, salt, pepper, water (or broth) so that the liquid almost covers the chicken. Simmer on low heat for 40 minutes to an hour. But no less than 40 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken thighs: 2 pieces
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Mix of peppers:  to taste

4. Add sour cream and herbs, bring to a boil, and turn off. Let the dish sit for 30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 100 g
   • Green:  to taste