Creamy french-style chicken with bacon
Savor the rich flavors of our creamy French-style chicken with bacon recipe! Made with tender chicken thighs, crispy bacon, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all simmered in a luscious, thyme-infused gravy and finished with a touch of heavy cream. Perfect for a comforting and indulgent family dinner.
- 19 May 2025
- Cook time 45 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 4 Servings
- 12 Ingredients
Creamy French-style chicken with bacon is a delicious, rich, and savory dish that brings a classic French flavor to your dinner table. Combining tender chicken thighs, aromatic vegetables, and crispy bacon, this recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner or an elegant gathering.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Before you start cooking, prepare all ingredients: chop the celery, bacon, shallots, and carrots, slice the mushrooms, and mince the garlic.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and brown them for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add the chopped celery, sliced shallots, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle the flour over the cooked vegetables and bacon, stirring well to combine. Cook for 2 minutes to get rid of the raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in the chicken gravy, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
5. Add the Chicken and Carrots:
- Return the browned chicken thighs to the skillet.
- Add the sliced carrots and fresh thyme.
- Lower the heat, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender, and the carrots are soft.
- Stir in the heavy whipping cream and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the sauce is creamy and heated through.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the creamy French-style chicken with bacon over rice, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Garnish with additional fresh thyme or parsley if desired.
Tips:
- Ensure your chicken thighs are at room temperature before cooking to promote even cooking.
- Cook the bacon until it's crisp to add texture and depth of flavor to the dish.
- Deglaze the pan with a bit of chicken gravy after cooking the vegetables to capture all the fond (the flavorful bits stuck to the pan).
- Don’t rush the simmering process; allowing the chicken and vegetables to cook slowly will produce deep, rich flavors.
- Use fresh thyme for the best flavor, but if you can’t find it, dried thyme can work as a substitute—use about half the amount.
- Add the heavy whipping cream slowly while stirring to make sure it blends well and gives you a smooth, creamy sauce.
- If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it with a bit more chicken gravy or even a splash of white wine for added flavor.
This creamy French-style chicken with bacon is a satisfying, comforting dish that will surely impress your family and friends. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or over a bed of warm, fluffy rice to soak up all the delicious sauce. Bon appétit!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 470 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 620kcal | 31% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 33g | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 24g | 7% |
| Fiber 4.44g | 12% |
| Sugar 8g | 8% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 45g | 54% |
| Saturated 16g | 53% |
| Cholesterol 200mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 660ug | 74% |
| Choline 110mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 0.33mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B2 0.60mg | 46% |
| Vitamin B3 11mg | 69% |
| Vitamin B6 0.84mg | 49% |
| Vitamin B9 54ug | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 1.13ug | 47% |
| Vitamin C 10mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E 1.21mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K 22ug | 18% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 100mg | 8% |
| Copper, Cu 0.36mg | 39% |
| Iron, Fe 1.83mg | 17% |
| Magnesium, Mg 60mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus, P 410mg | 33% |
| Potassium, K 990mg | 29% |
| Selenium, Se 45ug | 84% |
| Sodium, Na 700mg | 47% |
| Zinc, Zn 3.06mg | 28% |
| Water | |
| Water 360g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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