BAKED LEGS WITH CREAM OF MUSHROOM
When it comes to hearty, comforting meals, baked chicken legs with cream of mushroom sauce stands out as a timeless classic. This dish combines tender chicken legs with a rich and creamy mushroom sauce, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. In this article, we’ll explore how to create this culinary masterpiece step by step, from preparing the ingredients to serving up a dish that will impress even the most discerning palates.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Flour | 1/4 cup (gluten-free flour can be used) |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Ground black pepper | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Chicken legs | 2 lb (about 3-4 large chicken legs) |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Mushrooms | 10 oz (sliced in half) |
| Garlic cloves | 3 (minced) |
| Chicken stock | 1 cup |
| Salt | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Heavy cream | 1/2 cup |
Instructions:
To begin, let’s gather all the necessary ingredients and prepare them for cooking.
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- Combine Seasonings: In a small bowl, mix the flour, salt, and ground black pepper.
- Dredge Chicken Legs: Coat the chicken legs in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly covered.
- Brown Chicken Legs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken legs on both sides until they develop a golden color. Set aside.
- Saute Mushrooms and Garlic: In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic. Saute them in olive oil until tender and fragrant.
- Prepare Mushroom Sauce: Pour chicken stock into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Season with salt and add the browned chicken legs back to the skillet.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Thicken Sauce: Increase the heat to medium-high and simmer the mushroom sauce until it reduces by about a third. Stir in the heavy cream and continue simmering until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Return the chicken legs to the skillet to warm them up before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and enjoy!
