Indulge in the rich culinary heritage of France with Chicken Marengo, a delectable dish that captivates taste buds with its aromatic and flavorful profile. Originating from the early 19th century, this classic recipe has stood the test of time, becoming a beloved dish enjoyed by food enthusiasts worldwide. Prepared with succulent chicken pieces browned to perfection, Chicken Marengo tantalizes with a luscious sauce made from white wine, tomatoes, mushrooms, and aromatic herbs. Accompanied by variations such as Chicken Marengo with Brandy, Chicken Marengo with Artichokes, and Chicken Marengo with Saffron, this versatile dish offers a symphony of flavors to suit diverse palates. Embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the step-by-step recipes for each variation, promising an unforgettable dining experience.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
FLEXIBLE 4-STEP CHICKEN FOR FAMILY AND COMPANY - RUSTIC LEMON-ONION CHICKEN
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Season chicken with dried thyme and salt and pepper. Heat a large saute pan over medium heat and add the oil. Dredge the chicken in flour, add to the hot oil and saute until cooked through. Set chicken aside to rest on plate tented with foil.
- In same saute pan, over low heat, add onions and fresh thyme and cook until aromatic.
- In a measuring cup, measure out wine, if using, and broth, and add the lemon juice. Turn the heat up to high, and deglaze the pan with the broth mixture until starting to reduce.
- Remove the pan from the heat and finish the sauce by whisking in butter. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Place a bed of cooked spinach on a serving platter, top with the chicken. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and serve.
- Spinach "bed":
- Microwave spinach in a microwave-proof dish with a few tablespoons of water on high for 5 to 6 minutes, or until hot. Drain, and toss with butter, lemon juice, and salt and pepper, to taste.
- The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe and therefore, we cannot make representation as to the results.
CHICKEN MARENGO
In the middle of June 1800, Napoleon Bonaparte's troops were engaged in battle with Austrian forces near the small village of Marengo in northern Italy. The battle was fierce, or so the legend has it, and Napoleon, of course, emerged victorious. And hungry. He asked his chef to prepare a meal quickly and the cook scoured the countryside looking for foods to prepare. He scurried around and discovered a chicken, olive oil, tomatoes, herbs, eggs and crawfish. Within minutes, a fire was started and the chef prepared a quick sauté of the chicken with tomatoes, oil and herbs. It is said that he garnished the dish before serving it with a fried egg and crawfish. In my version, the chicken, cut into serving pieces, is simply browned in a little olive oil (I add a touch of butter to give it flavor) on both sides. I then prefer to add sliced mushrooms (there are those who declare that truffles were among the original ingredients), seasonings, wine, tomatoes and parsley and cook covered until done, about 10 minutes longer.
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories poultry, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat the butter and oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces skin-side down. Cook until golden brown on one side, about five minutes. Turn the pieces and cook on the other side about two minutes. Pour off the fat from the skillet.
- Scatter the mushrooms over the chicken. Stir to distribute. Add the onion, garlic, bay leaf and thyme and cook about 5 minutes.
- Add the wine and scrape the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to dissolve the brown particles that cling to the bottom of the pan. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth and parsley. Bring to the boil. Cover and cook 10 minutes. Serve with rice and a tossed green salad.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 703, UnsaturatedFat 30 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 48 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 48 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 1465 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CHICKEN MARENGO
Try a chicken casserole with a difference and whip up this version with mushrooms, olives, tomato and parsley
Provided by Sara Buenfeld
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large flameproof casserole dish and stir-fry the mushrooms until they start to soften. Add the chicken legs and cook briefly on each side to colour them a little.
- Pour in the passata, crumble in the stock cube and stir in the olives. Season with black pepper - you shouldn't need salt. Cover and simmer for 40 mins until the chicken is tender. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with pasta and a salad, or mash and green veg, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium
CHICKEN MARENGO
Categories Chicken Mushroom Tomato Bake Sauté Dinner Red Wine Gourmet Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
- Pat chicken dry, then combine flour, salt, and pepper in a large sealable plastic bag and add chicken. Seal bag and shake to coat, then remove chicken, knocking off excess flour. Arrange in 1 layer on a plate.
- Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy ovenproof skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté chicken, smooth sides down, until golden, about 2 minutes. Turn over and sauté 1 minute more. Scatter mushrooms around chicken and transfer skillet to oven, then bake, uncovered, until chicken is just cooked through, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Transfer chicken to a plate, then add shallot, garlic, and thyme to skillet (handle will be hot) and sauté over moderately high heat, stirring, 1 minute. Add wine and boil, stirring and scraping up brown bits, until reduced by half, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, demi-glace, and water and simmer until mushrooms are tender and sauce is reduced by half, about 4 minutes. Season with pepper.
- Return chicken to skillet and simmer, turning, about 1 minute.
- *Available at specialty foods shops. You can also buy Demi-Glace Gold and reconstitute according to package instruction - specialty foods shops and More Than Gourmet (800-860-9385).
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
- Use a large pot: Chicken Marengo is a dish that is meant to be shared, so make sure you use a large pot that can accommodate all of the ingredients.
- Brown the chicken in batches: If you try to brown all of the chicken at once, it will crowd the pot and steam instead of brown. Brown the chicken in batches in a single layer to ensure that it gets nice and crispy.
- Don't skimp on the vegetables: The vegetables in Chicken Marengo add flavor and texture to the dish. Don't be afraid to use a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, onions, and mushrooms.
- Use a good quality wine: The wine you use in Chicken Marengo will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. Use a dry white wine that you would enjoy drinking on its own.
- Simmer the chicken until it is tender: Chicken Marengo is a dish that is best cooked low and slow. Simmer the chicken until it is fall-off-the-bone tender.
- Serve Chicken Marengo with a side of rice or pasta: Chicken Marengo is a hearty dish that is perfect for serving with a side of rice or pasta.
Conclusion:
Chicken Marengo is a classic French dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and rich sauce makes this dish a surefire hit. Whether you are serving it for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner, Chicken Marengo is sure to impress.
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