Champagne Style Chicken Recipe

Name: Champagne Style Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large chicken; 1 large onion, cut into rings; 2 teaspoons garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon parsley, fresh; 4 green onions, chopped; 1 tablespoon thyme; 2 bay leaves; pepper; 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg; ¾ cup white wine; ¼ cup butter; 6 portobello mushrooms, cut in pieces (optional); chicken broth; 3 egg yolks; 1 cup cream (light or regular, your call); tarragon, and, chervil (optional)

Servings: persons

1 large chicken
1 large onion, cut into rings
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 tablespoon parsley, fresh
4 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon thyme
2 bay leaves
pepper
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
¾ cup white wine
¼ cup butter
6 portobello mushrooms, cut in pieces (optional)
chicken broth
3 egg yolks
1 cup cream (light or regular, your call)
tarragon, and, chervil (optional)

1
Cut chicken into medium sized pieces.
2
Prepare marinade by mixing onions, garlic, parsley, green onions, thyme, bay leaves, pepper, nutmeg, and wine, marinate forabout 4 hours, refrigerated.
3
Turn the pieces regularly.
4
After it has been marinated for 4 hours remove pieces and pat dry.
5
Reserve the marinade.
6
In a large frying pan, heat the butter and place chicken in pan fry until golden.
7
Add marinade and enough chicken broth or water to cover.
8
Reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 1 hour.
9
When done, remove chicken to a serving platter and keep warm.
10
Strain the cooking liquid and return to a saucepan.
11
Add the mushrooms and reduce a little.
12
Beat the egg yolks and cream in a bowl and then slowly add some of the cooking liquid, stirring constantly to obtain a smooth sauce.
13
Pour sauce over chicken along with mushrooms, if using.
14
Garnish with tarragon and chervil.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large chicken, 1 large onion, cut into rings, 2 teaspoons garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon parsley, fresh, and more.

Yes, Champagne Style Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Champagne Style Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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