Chicken Chasseur (Hunter's Chicken)

Chicken Chasseur (Hunter's Chicken)

Chicken Chasseur, also known as Hunter's Chicken, is a classic French dish that features chicken braised in a rich tomato and mushroom sauce. It is made with chicken thighs, cooked in a sauce with tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, white wine, and tarragon. It's ideally served with bread or over rice.

Chicken Chasseur (Hunter's Chicken)

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons olive oil

• 4 boneless chicken thighs

• 1 cup seasoned flour

• 2 cups sliced white mushrooms

• 2 Tablespoons shallots, small dice

• 3 cloves garlic, small dice

• 1/3 cup white wine

• 1/3 cup brandy

• 2 Tablespoons ketchup

• 1 ¼ cup chicken stock

• 2/3 cup beef stock

• 1 Tablespoon tarragon leaves

• 2 Tablespoons heavy cream

• Chopped parsley for garnish

Method

1. Dredge the chicken thighs in the seasoned flour, set aside

2. Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the dredged chicken skin side down and allow to sear, about 2 minutes

3. Turn the thighs over and sear for 2 minutes, then set aside.

4. Add more oil to the pan if needed, then allow it to heat up. Next, add the shallots, garlic, tarragon, and mushrooms, and sauté over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and cooked through.  Add the ketchup, and cook until it has caramelized into a deep red color.

5. Deglaze the pan with the brandy and the wine, and reduce by half

6. Add the chicken and beef stock, bring the pan to a boil, then add the cream. Stir well and allow the mixture to come to a boil.

7. Add the chicken thighs to the pan, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 45 minutes.

8. Adjust the sauce to your preferred taste.  If it is too thick, add a little more stock; if it is too thin, reduce it a bit longer.

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with your favorite side dish.

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