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Discover the simple elegance of Chicken Fricassee, tailored just for you! This single serving recipe delivers rich, creamy flavors without requiring a ton of time or ingredients. Perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week and it cooks in less than 30 minutes.
Enjoy your Chicken Fricassee with white rice or creamy mashed potatoes, crispy sautéed green beans, and a slice of crusty French bread.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Effortless: Simplified steps make this dish practically foolproof.
- Quick Cooking: Cooks in less than 30 minutes, ideal for busy weeknights.
- Rich Flavor: A balanced blend of herbs and spices offer a deeply satisfying taste.
- Adaptable: The recipe is versatile and can be customized to your liking.
- Easy to Double: Got company? This recipe scales up effortlessly.
What Is Chicken Fricassee?
Chicken Fricassee is a French stew made by simmering chicken pieces in a single pan with a rich, creamy sauce. The term “fricassee” is derived from the French “fricasser,” meaning “to fry,” indicating that the chicken is first browned in butter before being simmered in the sauce.
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this Chicken Fricassee recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Chicken breast or chicken thigh: Use a 5 to 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breast or thigh for this dish. Both cuts work well, providing lean protein. If you have leftover chicken pieces, think about using them in other dishes such as Chicken Fajitas, Jerk Chicken, or Chicken Marsala.
- Seasonings: A combination of salt, black pepper, and dried tarragon is used for enhancing the flavor profile.
- Butter: A tablespoon of salted butter is used for cooking the chicken, adding a rich dimension to the dish.
- Olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil is recommended for its high-quality and unrefined nature, ensuring a true olive taste and rich nutrients. However, light olive oil is a suitable alternative.
- Onions and garlic: These aromatic ingredients serve as the flavor backbone of this recipe.
- Chicken broth: I prefer using low-sodium broth to better control the sodium content in the dish. More salt can be added later if needed. Consider using extra broth in Curried Carrot Soup, Mushroom Casserole, or Risotto.
- Heavy cream: Used to create a luxurious sauce that thickens naturally as it heats. Many of our single serving and small batch recipes include heavy cream. If you have leftover cream, it can be used in dishes like Broccoli Casserole, Chicken Divan, or Caramelized Banana Pudding.
- Peas: You can use either canned or thawed frozen peas in the Chicken Fricassee recipe, as they add both color and texture. If you have any peas left over, consider using them in other dishes like Chicken Fried Rice, Cottage Pie, Beef Stew, or Spicy Peas with Mint.
Recipe Variations
Don’t be afraid to make this Chicken Fricassee your own! Here are some creative ideas to get you started.
- Add Mushrooms: Incorporate different varieties of mushrooms such as shiitake, cremini, or portobello for an earthier, more complex flavor profile.
- Include Potatoes: Enhance the dish’s heartiness by adding a 1/4 cup of diced potatoes to the skillet along with the chicken and peas.
- Cheese Topping: Elevate your Chicken Fricassee by sprinkling shredded cheddar or Parmesan cheese over the top before enjoying.
- Vegetarian Fricassee: Swap out the chicken for tofu or tempeh to easily transform this into a vegetarian-friendly dish.
- Spicy Chicken Fricassee: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
How To Make Chicken Fricassee
These step-by-step photos and instructions help you visualize how to make a single serving of Chicken Fricassee. See the recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- Cut chicken thigh or breast into 1-inch cubes. Sprinkle salt and pepper over all sides of the chicken pieces.
- Melt butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces to the pan and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes total. Transfer to a plate, cover, and set aside.
- Add olive oil to the pan and cook the onions, stirring occasionally until the onions are translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently for 30 seconds.
- Add broth and tarragon to the pan and bring to a boil.
- Add the chicken back to the pan. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally for 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and peas. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently for 1-2 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Serve over white rice, brown rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice, mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles.
Expert Tips
- Review the Recipe: Before you start cooking, make it a habit to read through the entire recipe. This ensures a smooth cooking process and avoids any last-minute surprises.
- Sear the Chicken: Focus on getting a good sear on the chicken for added flavor. It doesn’t need to be fully cooked at this stage; that comes later.
- Stock Up on Frozen Chicken: Consider buying large bags of frozen, boneless, skinless chicken thighs. They’re convenient and reduce frequent grocery store trips. Just make sure to thaw your chicken in the fridge overnight before cooking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
If you have any chicken fricassee leftover, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for up to 4 days.
Coconut milk is a great dairy-free alternative.
Yes, but make sure to thaw it thoroughly.
Top Single Serving Chicken Recipes
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Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
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Chicken Fricassee For One
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 (5 to 6-ounce) boneless skinless chicken thigh or breast
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt , divided
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup chopped onions
- 1 clove garlic , minced
- ½ cup low sodium chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon dried tarragon
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- ¼ cup peas , frozen and thawed
Instructions
- Cut chicken thigh or breast into 1-inch cubes. Sprinkle salt and pepper over all sides of the chicken pieces.
- Melt butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces to the pan and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes total. Transfer to a plate, cover, and set aside.
- Add olive oil to the pan and cook the onions, stirring occasionally until the onions are translucent, 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently for 30 seconds.
- Add broth and tarragon to the pan and bring to a boil.
- Add the chicken back to the pan. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally for 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and peas. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently for 1-2 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Serve over white or brown rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice, mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles.
Notes
- Review the Recipe: Before you start cooking, make it a habit to read through the entire recipe. This ensures a smooth cooking process and avoids any last-minute surprises.
- Sear the Chicken: Focus on getting a good sear on the chicken for added flavor. It doesn’t need to be fully cooked at this stage; that comes later.
- Stock Up on Frozen Chicken: Consider buying large bags of frozen, boneless, skinless chicken thighs. They’re convenient and reduce frequent grocery store trips. Just make sure to thaw your chicken in the fridge overnight before cooking.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
Absolutely perfect when I’m the only one home, yummy.
Wow! the flavors in this chicken dish are amazing. thanks so much for sharing!
Love recipes for one! This is delicious.
Such a comforting dish! Love it!
I want this!
Thanks, Jocelyn. Wish you lived closer, I’d bring you a plate 😉
I’m loving the ‘recipe for one’ thing and this looks A++! I’m absolutely pinning and making this next time my hubby is out of town!
Thanks so much, Chrissa!
You and I are at exactly the same point in life. I have four boys and while one is still here and another goes back and forth from college, it is a completely different existence than just a few years ago. I’ve managed to fill my time with two jobs and I’m insanely busy still (crazy, I know). It’s so bizarrre whenever I end up in a situation where it’s just me for dinner and I’m absolutely loving this idea. I tend to just have a bowl of soup or something super simple but how nice to have a real meal. This is lovely!
It’s so strange to from a super busy house to a quiet one, it’s funny how life doesn’t seem to slow down though – that’s a good thing, I think 🙂
I love all of you dishes for one! This one is amazing! My husband is out of town…might have to try it!
Thank you, Elaine!
I love meals for one! Thank you thank you!! I’m going to double it and have lunch tomorrow too.
Thanks for sharing.
xoxo
January
I generally don’t care for peas but this looks really good. I’m always looking for neat recipes to try with my daughters. Cheers!