Chicken stew with chestnuts and mushrooms
Immerse yourself in the flavors of fall with our comforting **chicken stew**, a delightful **chestnut recipe** elevated by earthy mushrooms. This hearty **mushroom stew** is the perfect **second course** to warm you on a cool evening, and it becomes a complete meal when served alongside creamy **polenta**. Ready in just over two hours, our **chicken with chestnuts** and mushrooms is easier than you think! Discover the full **chicken stew** recipe.
Dietary Information
Servings:
- 1
To prepare the chicken stew with chestnuts and mushrooms, first cut the chicken into pieces 1 2 , then salt the meat 3 .
- 2
Cut the celery into cubes 4 , then peel the carrots and cut them into cubes 5 . Also slice the onion 6 .
- 3
In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium-low heat, then add the vegetables 7 , thyme 8 and chicken pieces 9 . Brown the meat on all sides until golden brown.
- 4
Deglaze with red wine 10 and let the alcohol evaporate for 2-3 minutes, then add the chestnuts 11 . Season with salt and pepper 12 and mix.
- 5
Cover with a lid 13 and cook over low heat for 40-50 minutes. Meanwhile, clean the chanterelles by removing the end of the stem 14 , then remove the soil residue with a brush 15 .
- 6
With your hands, divide the chanterelles in half or into several parts, depending on the size 16 . Chop the parsley with a knife 17 . In a pan, let the crushed garlic cloves in their skins flavor a drizzle of oil 18 .
- 7
Add the chanterelles, salt and pepper 19 . Flavor with the chopped parsley 20 and sauté for a few minutes over high heat. Keep them warm, or add them to the chicken. Now dedicate yourself to the preparation of the polenta: in a saucepan, pour the water, add the salt 21 and bring to a boil.
- 8
Pour in the cornmeal, stirring with a whisk to avoid lumps 22 . Cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring continuously, until the polenta comes away from the sides of the pot. Turn off the heat and stir in butter 23 and grated Parmigiano Reggiano DOP 24 .
- 9
Plate by distributing the polenta on the bottom 25 , place the chicken on top 26 and add the chestnuts 27 .
- 10
Complete with the mushrooms 28 and chopped parsley 29 . Your chicken stew with chestnuts and mushrooms is ready to be served 30 !
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