Chicken Stew with Mushrooms, Bacon, and Cream
This rich chicken stew with crispy bacon, mushrooms, and cream is perfect for entertaining. The stew actually tastes even better when made the day before and simply reheated before serving.
In short
A classic and flavorful chicken stew that can be made well ahead of time in under an hour. Perfect entertaining food that can easily be scaled up for a crowd.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast or thigh fillets600 g
- Diced bacon150 g
- Cremini or white button mushrooms250 g
- Carrots2 pcs
- Shallots3 pcs
- Garlic cloves2 pcs
- Chicken stock3 dl
- Heavy cream3 dl
- Dijon mustard1 tbsp
- Fresh thyme1 tbsp
- Butter or oil for frying2 tbsp
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Quarter the mushrooms, finely chop the shallots and garlic, and slice the carrots.
- 2
Fry the bacon until crisp in a large pot. Remove the bacon and brown the chicken pieces in the rendered fat over medium-high heat until they have a nice golden color. Set the chicken aside with the bacon.
- 3
Add a little butter to the pot and brown the mushrooms until golden. Add the shallots, garlic, and carrot slices, and sauté for a couple of minutes until the onions are soft and translucent.
- 4
Pour in the chicken stock, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and fresh thyme. Stir well, return the chicken and bacon to the pot, and let everything simmer gently over low heat for about 15–20 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through.
- 5
Season the stew with salt and plenty of freshly ground black pepper. If making ahead, let it cool now and reheat over low heat right before your guests arrive.
Questions and answers
Can the chicken stew be made the day before?
Yes, the stew settles and often tastes even better the next day. Cool it down quickly, store it in the refrigerator, and reheat gently before serving.
What are the best side dishes for chicken stew?
Classic mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or roasted potatoes pair wonderfully, preferably alongside a fresh green salad and good crusty bread.
Can chicken stew with cream be frozen?
Yes, it can be frozen for up to three months. Thaw it slowly in the refrigerator and reheat gently while stirring so the cream sauce does not split.
How long does Chicken Stew with Mushrooms, Bacon, and Cream take?
About 50 minutes in total: 15 minutes prep and 35 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 12 ingredients: Chicken breast or thigh fillets, Diced bacon, Cremini or white button mushrooms, Carrots, Shallots, Garlic cloves …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
