To prepare a tasty chicken with mushrooms, the first step is to take care of the chicken meat. Start by washing the chicken well under a stream of cold water, ensuring that you remove any impurities. Then, cut the chicken into pieces, making sure to separate the breast from the back. Remove the bones from the breast and back area to obtain more tender and easy-to-eat meat. After you have completed this step, season the chicken pieces well with salt so that they are properly flavored.
In a large skillet, heat the oil or lard, preferably over medium heat. Place the chicken pieces in the skillet and let them fry until they turn golden on all sides, being careful not to overcrowd them to keep them juicy. Once the chicken is evenly fried, remove it from the skillet and place it on a separate plate to rest.
In the remaining oil, add the mushrooms that you have washed, cleaned, and sliced thinly. The mushrooms will absorb the flavors from the oil, adding an extra layer of flavor to the dish. Deglaze the mushrooms with a glass of white wine, which will add a note of acidity and enhance the flavors. Add freshly ground pepper and finely chopped herbs, such as parsley or dill, to give a fresh and aromatic taste.
After the mushrooms have cooked and absorbed the wine, add the fried chicken pieces. Pour the brown sauce over, ensuring that all the ingredients are well covered. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the dish simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes. This step will allow the flavors to combine perfectly and the meat to become extremely tender.
Finally, serve the dish with an appropriate side. You can opt for creamy polenta, which will perfectly complement the taste of the chicken with mushrooms. Alternatively, you can choose mashed potatoes or boiled potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce. If you prefer a simpler option, you can enjoy just the chicken with the sauce, without any side. In this case, make sure the vegetables in the sauce are not mashed, to preserve their texture and add extra consistency to the dish. Enjoy your meal!
In a large skillet, heat the oil or lard, preferably over medium heat. Place the chicken pieces in the skillet and let them fry until they turn golden on all sides, being careful not to overcrowd them to keep them juicy. Once the chicken is evenly fried, remove it from the skillet and place it on a separate plate to rest.
In the remaining oil, add the mushrooms that you have washed, cleaned, and sliced thinly. The mushrooms will absorb the flavors from the oil, adding an extra layer of flavor to the dish. Deglaze the mushrooms with a glass of white wine, which will add a note of acidity and enhance the flavors. Add freshly ground pepper and finely chopped herbs, such as parsley or dill, to give a fresh and aromatic taste.
After the mushrooms have cooked and absorbed the wine, add the fried chicken pieces. Pour the brown sauce over, ensuring that all the ingredients are well covered. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the dish simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes. This step will allow the flavors to combine perfectly and the meat to become extremely tender.
Finally, serve the dish with an appropriate side. You can opt for creamy polenta, which will perfectly complement the taste of the chicken with mushrooms. Alternatively, you can choose mashed potatoes or boiled potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce. If you prefer a simpler option, you can enjoy just the chicken with the sauce, without any side. In this case, make sure the vegetables in the sauce are not mashed, to preserve their texture and add extra consistency to the dish. Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients
1 whole chicken (or 7-8 drumsticks) 1-2 tablespoons oil (lard) 750 g fresh mushrooms (I had 2 types) pepper 50 ml wine (I used riesling) greens (parsley leaves) salt Spanish brown sauce (see brown sauce recipe)