Crock Pot Chicken Fricassee Recipe (2024)

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This creamy chicken stew is delicious and made easy in the slow cooker. For faster preparation check out my Instant Pot chicken fricassee directions below. Inspired by the classic French chicken this is delicious and made from real ingredients!

Are you ready for your mouth to water? The Crock Pot Chicken Fricasee recipe I’ve got for you today is so good. Like I’m kind of drooling just thinking about it. The pictures don’t do this recipe justice. but trust me. Your house will smell amazing and then your taste buds will do a major happy dance.

While this is a slow cooker recipe it isn’t your normal dump and go style. It takes some prep but I promise you it’s well worth it and so much better than heating up your whole house and being stuck at home for hours with the oven.

Chicken Fricassee Ingredients

  • 4 Chicken Thighs
  • 2TBS Butter
  • 2 Carrots
  • 2 Stalks Celery
  • 1/2 Onion
  • 8 oz mushrooms
  • 2 TBS Flour
  • 1/2 C White Wine
  • 2 C Chicken Broth
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 2 Sprigs Thyme
  • 2 sprigsparsley
  • 1/4 C Heavy Cream
  • 1 Egg yolk
  • 2 sprigs tarragon (about 3 TBS chopped)
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • 1 TBS Butter

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Directions

  1. Season your chicken thighs with salt and pepper. In a large pot melt 2 TBS butter and brown your chicken skin side down. Place into crock pot skin side up.
  2. In the pot that you browned the chicken add chopped carrots, celery, and onion. Cook a few minutesand then add in mushroom and flour. Stir together to cook the flour a minute or two.
  3. Stir in the wine and allow to thicken in the mixture. Then stir in the chicken stock, thyme and parsley stirring and scrapping up any brown bits. If you don’t cook with wine you can just use extra stock.
  4. Pour over the chicken in the crock pot. And cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  5. About 20-40 minutes before serving time. Mix 1/4 C cream with 1 egg yolk.
  6. Add 1/2 C of liquid from the crock pot to that mixture to temper.
  7. Remove chicken from the crock pot.
  8. Add 1 TBS butter to the crock pot, stir in egg cream mixture, and squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.
  9. Add in chopped tarragon and chicken. Allow to cook covered for another 15-30 minutes before serving.

I like to serve this over mashed potatoes. It’s so creamy and rich your mouth will thank you.

Last time I made this my MIL was over and couldn’t stop talking about how yummy the whole house smelled. And let me tell you it tasted even yummier!

Instant Pot Chicken Fricassee Directions

  1. Set Instant Pot to sauté.
  2. Season your chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Melt 2 TBS butter and brown your chicken skin side down in the Instant Pot. If needed do this in batches do you don’t overcrowd the pot. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Add chopped carrots, celery, and onion to the heated pressure cooker. Sauté for a few minutesand then add in mushroom and flour. Stir together to cook the flour a minute or two.
  4. Stir in the wine and allow to thicken in the mixture. Then stir in the chicken stock, thyme and parsley stirring and scrapping up any brown bits. If you don’t cook with wine you can just use extra stock.
  5. Add chicken skin side up back into the instant pot. Turn off saute. Close lid and pressure cook on high for 10 minutes.
  6. While the chicken is cooking mix 1/4 C cream with 1 egg yolk.
  7. Quick release being mindful that liquid may want to escape do short bursts at first so the broth doesn’t spray everywhere.
  8. Add 1/2 C of liquid from the crock pot to the egg mixture to temper.
  9. Remove chicken from the crock pot.
  10. Set the pot to sauté and add 1 TBS butter to the crock pot, stir in egg cream mixture, and squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.
  11. Add in chopped tarragon and chicken. Allow to cook for 2-3 minutes minutes.

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Crock Pot Chicken Fricassee Recipe

Course Main Course

All the delicious flavor of the French Classic recipe tweaked for the crock pot. Easy slow cooker Chicken Fricassee.

Ingredients

  • 4 Chicken Thighs
  • 2 TBS Butter
  • 2 Carrots
  • 2 Stalks Celery
  • 1/2 Onion
  • 8 oz mushrooms
  • 2 TBS Flour
  • 1/2 C White Wine
  • 2 C Chicken Broth
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 2 Sprigs Thyme
  • 2 sprigs parsley
  • 1/4 C Heavy Cream
  • 1 Egg yolk
  • 2 sprigs tarragon about 3 TBS chopped
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • 1 TBS Butter

Instructions

Notes

While this is a slow cooker recipe it isn’t your normal dump and go style. It takes some prep but I promise you it’s well worth it and so much better than heating up your whole house and being stuck at home for hours with the oven.

Instant Pot Chicken Fricassee Directions

  1. Set Instant Pot to sauté.
  2. Season your chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Melt 2 TBS butter and brown your chicken skin side down in the Instant Pot. If needed do this in batches do you don’t overcrowd the pot. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Add chopped carrots, celery, and onion to the heated pressure cooker. Sauté for a few minutesand then add in mushroom and flour. Stir together to cook the flour a minute or two.
  4. Stir in the wine and allow to thicken in the mixture. Then stir in the chicken stock, thyme and parsley stirring and scrapping up any brown bits. If you don’t cook with wine you can just use extra stock.
  5. Add chicken skin side up back into the instant pot. Turn off saute. Close lid and pressure cook on high for 10 minutes.
  6. While the chicken is cooking mix 1/4 C cream with 1 egg yolk.
  7. Quick release being mindful that liquid may want to escape do short bursts at first so the broth doesn’t spray everywhere.
  8. Add 1/2 C of liquid from the crock pot to the egg mixture to temper.
  9. Remove chicken from the crock pot.
  10. Set the pot to sauté and add 1 TBS butter to the crock pot, stir in egg cream mixture, and squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.
  11. Add in chopped tarragon and chicken. Allow to cook for 2-3 minutes minutes.

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  1. Malia @ Small Town Girl says

    This looks amazing! I’m definitely trying this once the weather cools.

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  2. Mary Beth|Cupcakes and Crinoline says

    This looks amazingly delicious! Thanks so much for sharing at Project Inspire{d} – your fabulous recipe will be one of our What a Great Idea features.

    Have a lovely weekend and we hope to see you at next week’s party!

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    • marissa says

      Aww thanks so much!

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  3. Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai says

    Oh, YUM! Looks good. Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty – we hope to see you again next week. :)

    ~Lorelai
    Life With Lorelai

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  4. Carlee says

    That looks and sounds amazing. You are right, there are a few more steps than with most crock pot recipes, but it looks like it is worth it!

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  5. Kelly says

    This is a fav childhood recipe of mine, I remember it would seem like it would take my mom hours to cook it! She couldn’t believe I found a crock pot recipe for it… I’m so excited it’s cooking right now!!! I can’t wait to try it! Thank u so much!! Yum!

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    • marissa says

      I hope you guys like it as much as we do!

      Reply

  6. O Bibbs says

    If people go through all this trouble cooking before putting in the crockpot, why don’t the just finish on the stove, 3 chicken thighs would only take 30 minutes or so.

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    • marissa says

      Sometimes you want the slow flavors and the timing of the crock pot and to not have to babysit it. You are welcome to do it the more traditional way if that works better for you. To each their own :)

      Reply

  7. Julie says

    Can you leave out the egg? It kinda grosses me out to add egg

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    • marissa says

      Yes it’s just a way to make it creamy. it should be fine.

      Reply

  8. Donna Crokin says

    Can I use chicken breast

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    • marissa says

      I haven’t tried it myself but I think it should work fine sine there is so much liquid. If you give it a go I’d love a report.

      Reply

  9. Gloria says

    Think it would be ok to double the recipe?

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    • marissa says

      yes I think that would work great!

      Reply

  10. Meghan says

    This looks delicious! Definitely going to try this week! Does this call for bone in chicken thighs with the skin?

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    • marissa says

      I use bone in thighs with skin but my mom has used all different pieces I think you want bone in skin on though!

      Reply

Crock Pot Chicken Fricassee Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is fricassee sauce made of? ›

What is fricassee sauce made of? Most chicken fricassee recipes include a sauce that is creamy and flavorful. It's often made of chicken broth, butter, heavy cream, garlic, and lemon juice. Fresh herbs such as dill, parsley, rosemary, or thyme may be added.

Is it better to cook crockpot chicken on high or low? ›

We found that the only way to cook chicken (and turkey) in a slow cooker is on the low setting and for a relatively short amount of time.

Does chicken get more tender the longer you slow cook it? ›

Yes, chicken breast will become softer and more tender the longer it is cooked, provided it is cooked at a low enough temperature. If it is cooked at too high of a temperature, the chicken breast will become dry and tough.

What is the fricassee method of cooking? ›

Fricassee is a hybrid cooking method that combines both wet and dry heat. It falls halfway between a saute (in which no liquid is added) and a stew (which contains added liquids). Chicken fricassee is a traditional French dish with a creamy white sauce.

What to eat with chicken fricassee? ›

Chicken fricassee features browned chicken and mushrooms nestled in a rich and creamy sauce. We like to serve it with mashed potatoes or a fluffy grain on the side.

What is chicken francese sauce made of? ›

The Francaise sauce is basically a lemon beurre blanc with an Italian twist adding garlic to the sauce. It can, however, be made in many different ways, with the key ingredients being butter, white wine, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Garlic or shallots can be added, as well as heavy cream and fresh herbs and spices.

Is 3 hours in a slow cooker enough for chicken? ›

For a whole chicken – Place it in your slow cooker breast side down. Cover with the lid and cook on High for around 4-5 hours or Low for 6-8 hours. For bone-in pieces - Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer in the slow cooker. Cover with the lid and cook on High for around 3-4 hours or Low for 4-6 hours.

Why is my chicken tough after cooking in crockpot? ›

Aside from accidentally overcooking the meals, the most common reason we see for tough, rubbery, or overdone chicken is customers using a Crockpot that is far too big.

How long can you leave chicken in a crockpot on low? ›

Cover your crock pot and cook chicken breasts on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Chicken is done when the internal temp reaches 165 degrees F. Use chicken in your favorite recipes. Perfect for shredding!

Is it okay to put raw chicken in a slow cooker? ›

Yes, you can put raw chicken in a slow cooker! Slow cookers and Crock-Pots are designed to cook raw meats. The direct heat from the pot, lengthy cooking time and steam created from the tightly covered container destroys bacteria, making slow cooking safe. You can put frozen chicken in a slow cooker, too!

How do I keep chicken from drying out in the crockpot? ›

Using a nice, long, low-and-slow cook time helps chicken breasts retain plenty of moisture - but you can certainly opt to add a splash of water or chicken stock to the crockpot if you like!

How do chefs get chicken so tender? ›

Low and slow cooking methods like braising, stewing, or smoking are most effective when trying to create tender, succulent chicken.

Why is it called chicken fricassee? ›

Etymology. Fricassee is first attested in English in the mid-16th century. It is a word of French origin, although the exact etymology is unclear. It is theorized to be a compound of the French frire (to fry) and casser or quasser (to break in pieces).

What is an example of a Fricassee? ›

Examples of fricassee

Examples are baking powder biscuit with meat stew or fricasseed chicken and corn bread with bacon and eggs or ham. He could toast a buffalo or fricassee a couple of steers as easy as a woman could make a cup of tea.

What does Fricassee translate to in English? ›

meat, especially chicken or veal, browned lightly, stewed, and served in a sauce made with its own stock.

Why is it called fricassee? ›

Fricassee is first attested in English in the mid-16th century. It is a word of French origin, although the exact etymology is unclear. It is theorized to be a compound of the French frire (to fry) and casser or quasser (to break in pieces).

What is an example of a fricassee? ›

This Chicken Fricassee recipe is the original French comfort food. Chicken breasts cooked with earthy mushrooms in a velvety sauce and sprinkled with tarragon for perfection. Served with rice, roasted vegetables or bulgur pilaf (like I did), it is a perfect meal for any occasion.

What is Fricase de Pollo made of? ›

Fricase de pollo or pollo guisado, is a traditional Puerto Rican chicken stew that's served over white rice. A savory tomato based sauce, paired with fluffy potatoes, briny capers, and tender chicken, this is true comfort in a bowl.

What's the difference between chicken stew and fricassee? ›

The first difference is that with fricassee chicken, it's seasoned with just powdered seasonings in the marinade where brown stew usually has a liquid like browning added to the marinade. Browning is used in fricassee chicken but during the cooking process.

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