Description
Classic Chicken Chasseur, also known as Hunter’s Chicken, is a delightful French dish that features juicy chicken pieces simmered in a rich and creamy mushroom sauce infused with cognac and fresh herbs. This elegant yet comforting recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, impressing guests with its depth of flavor and beautiful presentation. The combination of tender chicken, savory mushrooms, and aromatic herbs makes this dish truly irresistible. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds bone-in chicken pieces
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms
- ½ cup cognac or brandy
- ½ cup white wine
- 1½ cups chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 3 Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup shallots, diced
- 1½ tablespoons garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
- ½ cup beef stock
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat; brown the chicken for about 8 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms for 3 minutes; add shallots and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Pour in cognac and white wine, reducing slightly before adding tomatoes, chicken stock, beef stock, and sour cream. Simmer until thickened.
- Stir in tarragon, return the chicken to the pan to coat in the sauce, then garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg