Description
This traditional Polish chicken recipe features tender chicken simmered in a creamy, garlicky mushroom sauce, creating a rich and comforting dish. Serve it with mashed potatoes, kluski dumplings, or buttered noodles for a perfect Polish meal!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or 2 large chicken breasts, halved)
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried marjoram
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or butter
For the Mushroom Sauce:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups fresh mushrooms, sliced (white button or cremini)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp flour (or cornstarch for a gluten-free option)
- ½ tsp caraway seeds (optional, for extra flavor)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken: Season the chicken with paprika, marjoram, salt, and black pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Aromatics & Mushrooms: In the same pan, melt butter and sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant. Add mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and turn golden brown.
- Simmer the Chicken: Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Return the chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Mix sour cream with flour, then slowly stir it into the sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened. Garnish with parsley and serve hot!
Notes
- Dairy-Free Option: Use coconut cream or cashew cream instead of sour cream for a dairy-free version.
- Make It Spicier: Add a pinch of cayenne or chili flakes for extra heat.
- Storage & Reheating: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently over low heat to prevent the sauce from separating.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 35min
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 People
- Calories: 380Kcal
- Sodium: 480mg
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 25g
- Protein: 28g