Finnish Forest Chicken
Dive into the rich flavors of Finland with this hearty and aromatic chicken dish. Infused with earthy mushrooms, tangy lingonberries, and a touch of thyme, this recipe captures the essence of Finnish cuisine. Tender chicken thighs are cooked in a flavorful mushroom gravy, creating a comforting and satisfying meal that will transport you to the Finnish forests.
ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup lingonberry jam
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- 3.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat and melt butter in it.
- 4.
Place the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 5.
In the same skillet, sauté the mushrooms, onions, and garlic until tender and golden.
- 6.
Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture and stir to coat evenly.
- 7.
Pour in the chicken broth and lingonberry jam, stirring well to combine.
- 8.
Stir in the heavy cream and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, and spoon some of the mushroom mixture over them.
- 10.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- 11.
Serve the Finnish Forest Chicken hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
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