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Chicken Marengo

Name: Chicken Marengo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: France
Ingredients: 1 tbs Olive Oil; 300g Mushrooms; 4 Chicken Legs; 500g Passata; 1 Chicken Stock Cube; 100g Black Olives; Chopped Parsley

Chicken Marengo is a classic France dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Mushrooms, Chicken Legs, Passata, Chicken Stock Cube, Black Olives and Parsley, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic France cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Chicken Basquaise.

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Ingredients

Olive Oil1 tbs
Mushrooms300g
Chicken Legs4
Passata500g
Chicken Stock Cube1
Black Olives100g
ParsleyChopped

Step-by-Step Instructions

6 steps

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Step 1🍳 Fry

Heat the oil in a large flameproof casserole dish and stir-fry the mushrooms until they start to soften.

Step 2

Add the chicken legs and cook briefly on each side to colour them a little.

Step 3🥄 Mix

Pour in the passata, crumble in the stock cube and stir in the olives.

Step 4

Season with black pepper – you shouldn’t need salt.

Step 5🍲 Simmer⏱️ 40 mins

Cover and simmer for 40 mins until the chicken is tender.

Step 6✨ Serve

Sprinkle with parsley and serve with pasta and a salad, or mash and green veg, if you like.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Chicken Marengo carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown mushrooms in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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