Luxembourgish Chicken in Riesling Sauce
Poulet au Riesling
A classic Luxembourgish dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a delicate and aromatic sauce made with Riesling wine, cream, and mushrooms. This recipe offers a refined yet comforting taste of the Moselle region.
🧂 Ingredients
- 800 g Chicken thighs(boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 250 g Mushrooms(sliced)
- 2 Shallots(finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Flour
- 200 ml Riesling wine(dry)
- 250 ml Chicken broth
- 150 ml Heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped)
- to taste Salt
- to taste White pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Season the chicken pieces with salt and white pepper. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken pieces until lightly browned on all sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
- 2
Add the sliced mushrooms to the same skillet. Cook until they release their liquid and start to brown. Add the chopped shallots and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- 3
Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and shallots. Stir and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.
- 4
Gradually whisk in the Riesling wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for a minute.
- 5
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the sauce to a simmer. Return the seared chicken to the skillet.
- 6
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- 7
Stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice. Heat gently without boiling, until the sauce has thickened slightly and is warmed through.
- 8
Stir in most of the chopped fresh parsley. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve the chicken and sauce hot, garnished with the remaining fresh parsley. This dish is traditionally served with rice or boiled potatoes.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use a good quality dry Riesling wine for the best flavor.
- ✓Don't overcook the chicken; it should remain tender and juicy.
- ✓Adjust the lemon juice to your preference for a brighter sauce.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a tablespoon of Dijon mustard to the sauce for a slight kick.
- Incorporate a small amount of crème fraîche for an even richer sauce.