Leek, mushroom and chicken fricassee

This combination of flavours is an absolute winner on a cold night; with the chicken falling off the bone after being cooked slowly. Fresh tarragon is hard to find at this time of year, but dry is perfect for this dish.

Ingredients

50 g	Butter
1 large	Leek, sliced (Main)
1 clove	Garlic, crushed
5	Bone-in chicken thighs (Main)
200 g	Mushrooms, halved (Main)
½ tsp	Dried tarragon
2 Tbsp	Flour
1 ½ cups	White wine
½ cup	Chicken stock (Main)
1 serving	Salt and pepper
½ cup	Chopped parsley

Directions

1. Melt the butter in a large heavy based pot. Add the leek and garlic, cooking slowly to soften for 10 minutes. Remove from the pot. Sear the chicken on all sides to lightly brown in the pot and then return the leeks and add the mushrooms, tarragon and flour. Cook for a couple of minutes.
2. Pour in the wine and stock bringing to a simmer. Cover and continue to cook over a low heat for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Stir through the parsley and serve with hot rice.

See more of Angela's leeky recipes

• Leek, bacon and brie pies
• Slow-cooked lamb shoulder on a bed of leek