Imen This Ina Garten Chicken With Morels is rich and indulgent, which uses Madeira wine and earthy morel mushrooms for a restaurant-quality dinner. It’s an elegant chicken recipe, ready in about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Ina Garten Chicken With Morels Ingredients
- 1 oz dried morels, soaked in 3 cups very hot water for 30 minutes
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt and pepper
- All-purpose flour, for dredging
- ¼ cup clarified butter
- ⅓ cup chopped shallots (2 large)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic (3 cloves)
- 1 cup Madeira wine
- 1 cup crème fraîche
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
How To Make Ina Garten Chicken With Morels
- Soak and prep morels: Soak dried morels in very hot water for 30 minutes. Drain and clean thoroughly to remove grit.
- Preheat and season chicken: Preheat oven to 375°F. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour.
- Sear chicken: Heat clarified butter in a skillet and sear chicken until golden on both sides. Transfer to a baking dish.
- Make mushroom sauce: In the same pan, sauté shallots, garlic, and cleaned morels. Deglaze with Madeira wine and reduce by half.
- Add cream and finish sauce: Stir in crème fraîche, heavy cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5–10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Bake and serve: Return chicken to the sauce or pour sauce over chicken in baking dish. Bake for 12 minutes, let rest 5 minutes, and serve warm.
Recipe Tips
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Can I use fresh morels?
Yes, fresh morels work perfectly — no soaking required. Clean thoroughly before cooking. -
What can I substitute for Madeira?
Dry sherry or Marsala wine are good alternatives if you don’t have Madeira. -
How do I avoid gritty mushrooms?
Rinse dried morels several times after soaking and strain soaking liquid through a fine sieve. -
Can I make this ahead?
Yes, prepare the sauce and chicken separately, then combine and reheat gently before serving.
What To Serve With Chicken With Morels
This dish is rich and pairs beautifully with:
- Creamy mashed potatoes or risotto
- Buttered egg noodles or pappardelle
- Roasted asparagus or green beans
- A crisp green salad with vinaigrette
How To Store Chicken With Morels
Refrigerate: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Freeze in portions for up to 2 months; thaw and reheat gently to prevent sauce separation.
Chicken With Morels Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 911 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 52g
- Fat: 71g
- Saturated Fat: 37g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, boneless thighs work well and stay juicy; adjust cooking time slightly.
Do I need clarified butter?
Clarified butter prevents burning, but regular butter with a splash of oil works too.
Can I make the sauce thicker?
Simmer longer after adding cream or whisk in a bit of flour slurry for extra thickness.
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Ina Garten Chicken With Morels
Description
A rich and creamy chicken dish with earthy morels, Madeira wine, and lemon — elegant yet simple enough for weeknights.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Soak and clean morels thoroughly.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, dredge in flour, and sear in clarified butter until golden. Transfer to baking dish.
- Sauté shallots, garlic, and morels; deglaze with Madeira and reduce by half.
- Add crème fraîche, heavy cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; simmer 5–10 minutes.
- Return chicken to sauce or baking dish, bake 12 minutes, rest 5 minutes, and serve warm.
