Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken thighs on both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken thighs, skin-side down first, for about 3 minutes per side, then transfer them to a baking sheet.
- Bake the chicken for approximately 20 minutes, or until fully cooked, then set aside.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet, leaving a small amount. Sauté minced shallots for 3-5 minutes until softened. Add sliced mushrooms and thyme leaves, continuing to sauté for another 5 minutes until tender. Pour in Marsala wine and bring to a simmer, then remove shallots and mushrooms to a plate.
- Melt the remaining butter in the skillet, stir in Wondra flour, and cook for 1 minute while stirring constantly to create a roux. Whisk in chicken or beef broth/stock, then heavy cream, and stir until the mixture comes to a simmer and thickens. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Return the mushrooms and wild rice to the skillet with the sauce and bring everything to a simmer. Nestle the cooked chicken thighs into the sauce and heat until the chicken is warmed through. Serve garnished with more fresh thyme.
Notes
Ensure chicken is fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Adjust seasoning of the sauce to taste before adding chicken and rice. Any type of mushrooms will work well in this recipe, choose your favorites.
