Braised Chicken Thighs With Mushrooms So Tasty

Juicy chicken thighs and mushrooms in a savory white wine sauce make for a delicious recipe that will be on rotation all year long! Just sear and bake everything together in the oven and dinner’s ready!

What is Braising?

Braising meat simply means to fry until crisp and then slow cook in liquid. In this case, the chicken thighs are browned in a frying pan and then baked with a mushroom broth and herbs.

It takes less than an hour and the chicken comes out delicious and tender!

Chicken Thighs are budget-friendly and this recipe uses simple ingredients you probably already on hand!

Ingredients & Variations

CHICKEN Bone-in chicken is the best option for this recipe. My first choice is chicken thighs as the meat comes out incredibly tender!

The bones also add flavor to the sauce. If using boneless pieces, add a little more seasoning and reduce the cooking time (be sure not to overcook).

SAUCE Chicken broth, white wine, and spices are simmered with mushrooms and garlic to make this delicious sauce.

No wine? No problem, just replace with additional chicken stock or cream for a thicker, creamier version!

Not a fan of mushrooms? Try eggplant or onions in place.

How to Braise Chicken Thighs

Be sure to use a skillet that can go from the stovetop to the oven for easier prep and cleanup!

Season chicken and brown the skin. Set aside.
Add mushrooms and cook until tender. Add in wine, broth and herbs (per recipe below).
Set chicken on top of mushrooms and bake until chicken is fully cooked.

Easy peasy!

Serve this dish over easy rice pilaf, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes.

Tips for Braising Chicken

Look for thighs that are uniform in size so they all cook the same.
Lightly saute the mushrooms in advance so they continue to cook in the oven and soak up all those amazing braising juices!
Nestle the chicken in the mushrooms and ensure you have enough sauce to cover about ½ way up the chicken (add a bit extra broth if needed). You want to make sure the skin is exposed so it can crisp.
Use a meat thermometer and test from the thickest part of the chicken (without touching the bone) to ensure it reaches 165°F.
Once the leftovers are fully cooled, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Delicious Chicken Dishes

Chicken ala King – 30-minute meal
Sticky Bourbon Chicken – better than take-out
Chicken Cacciatore – fresh ingredients
Cilantro Lime Chicken – marinated & juicy
Cheesy Chicken Casserole – kid-friendly
Coq au Vin – so elegant & tasty

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