Fancy Chicken

This "Fancy Chicken" recipe transforms humble cut-up fryer chicken into a rich, comforting meal with minimal effort. By browning the chicken first, you lock in flavor and create a delicious fond for the sauce. The heart of this dish is a velvety sauce made from cream of chicken soup, enhanced with earthy dried thyme and a touch of black pepper. As the chicken simmers gently in this aromatic broth, the meat becomes incredibly tender, absorbing the savory, creamy goodness. It&# 226;ÂÂs a classic comfort food staple that feels special enough for a date night but simple enough for a busy weeknight. Serve it over rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the luxurious sauce.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 1493.1

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This "Fancy Chicken" recipe transforms humble cut-up fryer chicken into a rich, comforting meal with minimal effort. By browning the chicken first, you lock in flavor and create a delicious fond for the sauce. The heart of this dish is a velvety sauce made from cream of chicken soup, enhanced with earthy dried thyme and a touch of black pepper. As the chicken simmers gently in this aromatic broth, the meat becomes incredibly tender, absorbing the savory, creamy goodness. It&# 226;ÂÂs a classic comfort food staple that feels special enough for a date night but simple enough for a busy weeknight. Serve it over rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the luxurious sauce.

Ingredients

2 tablespoon VEGETABLE OIL
3 pound FRYER CHICKEN, CUTUP
10 1/4 ounce CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP
1/8 teaspoon DRIED THYME
1/8 teaspoon PEPPER

Directions

1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add the cut-up chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides.
3
Carefully spoon off any excess fat from the skillet.
4
In a small bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup with 2 tablespoons of water and stir until smooth.
5
Pour the soup mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
6
Sprinkle the dried thyme and black pepper evenly over the chicken and sauce.
7
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
8
Stir the chicken gently occasionally to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1493.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 79.1g122%
Saturated Fat 20.8g104%
Cholesterol 531.1mg178%
Sodium 489.4mg21%
Total Carbohydrate 0.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 161.2g323%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, creamy, comfort food, thyme, simmered, easy dinner, one-pot, classic, homestyle, supper, protein, comforting, quick meal, family style

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