Chicken Marengo

5 from 2 votes

Chicken Marengo is a one pot meal made of sauteed chicken cooked in a rich tomato, garlic, onion, and mushroom sauce. It is considered a comfort food and a classic example of French rustic cuisine. It’s easy to prepare and can be served with short pasta, white rice, or mashed potatoes.

Prep Time30

Cook Time30

Total Time1

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: French

Keyword: One pot dinner, one pot meal

Servings:

Calories: 587kcal

Author: Tara Noland

Equipment

Ingredients

2-3 pounds chicken thighs, bone in, skin on
2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
1 yellow onion diced
2 garlic cloves minced
1 cup dry white wine
Can 14.5 oz diced tomato
1 cup chicken broth, low sodium
1 cup white mushrooms sliced
1 bay leaf
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 lemon zest
2 tbsp lemon juice extra to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Season the chicken pieces generously with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides until golden, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
In the same pan, add the minced garlic, sliced mushrooms and chopped onion. Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the diced tomatoes and cook for a few minutes. Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Keep the skillet over medium heat.
Return the chicken pieces to the pan, along with any accumulated juices. Pour the chicken stock mixed with flour, and add lemon zest and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper.
Cover and simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to cook through. Depending on the size of the chicken thighs, this may happen quicker.
Squeeze the lemon juice over the dish and simmer for another 10-20 minutes, uncovered so the sauce thickens. Sprinkle parsley over top and serve warm.

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