Chicken Calvados Recipe

Name: Chicken Calvados
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tbsp oil; 1 None 3 lb chicken cut into 8 pieces; 2/3 cup shallots, peeled and halved; 4 tbsp calvados, or other apple brandy; 3/4 cup hard cider; 2 tbsp butter; 7 cups button mushrooms, sliced; 2 None apples, peeled, cored and sliced; 1 1/4 cups sour cream; 3 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oil in a large frying pan and cook the chicken until golden brown. Season with salt and white pepper. Add the shallots and cook until softened.
2
Drain the excess fat from the pan. Drizzle the chicken with the calvados and flambe. Allow the flames to go out, then pour in the cider, cover and cook over a medium heat for 30 mins.
3
In a separate pan, heat the butter and saute the mushrooms until golden brown. Add the apples and season with salt and black pepper.
4
Remove the chicken from the pan with a slotted spoon and keep warm. Add the mushrooms and apples to the sauce. Stir in the sour cream and simmer for 5 mins. Return the chicken to the pan and sprinkle with the parsley. Serve.

496

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Carbs

Protein

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tbsp oil, 1 None 3 lb chicken cut into 8 pieces, 2/3 cup shallots, peeled and halved, 4 tbsp calvados, or other apple brandy, and more.

Yes, Chicken Calvados 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.

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Chicken Calvados

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