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.
1
Fry the finely chopped onion in a saucepan with butter.
- Onion: 1 head
- Sour cream: 100 g
2
Add mushrooms (without thawing) and simmer for 10-12 minutes.
- Frozen wild 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.
- Chicken thighs: 2 pieces
- Salt: to taste
- Mixed peppercorns (four peppers): to taste
4
Add sour cream and herbs, bring to a boil, and turn off. Let the dish sit for 30 minutes.
- Sour cream: 100 g
- Fresh herbs: to taste