This rich red wine casserole is known as Hunter's Chicken, and isn't just for the colder weather. This is comfort food at its best and fantastic any time of the year!
I will always gravitate towards comfort food, even in the middle of summer. That's why I'm adding this hunter's chicken casserole to the recipe list. It's easy to make, doesn't take all day and tastes amazing! Chicken thighs are seared and then simmered with tomatoes red wine, two kinds of mushrooms, garlic and rosemary. All of these flavors work together to make a thick, rich casserole that's perfect for feeding the family.
ingredients used for this hunter's chicken recipe
- Chicken- I prefer using boneless, skinless thighs because they won't dry out like chicken breasts will and they have more flavor.
- Onion- diced
- Mushrooms- You'll need dried porcini mushrooms and regular Portobello mushrooms. After the porcini's have been softened in warm water, they are loaded with flavor and give a nice added touch. The leftover mushroom water is also added to the casserole.
- Tomatoes- canned crushed tomatoes are perfect.
- Garlic
- Rosemary-I recommend fresh, but you can use dried rosemary if you don't have fresh.
FAQ's about making this recipe
Can I use bone-in chicken? Yes, I'd just recommend not using breasts as they'll end up being too dry.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time? You can, just bring back to a simmer over a low heat for about 10-15 minutes.
I can't find portobello mushrooms! No worries, you can use regular button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms. Brown mushrooms usually have more flavor than white mushrooms.
What do I serve my hunter's chicken with? My favorites are mashed potatoes, creamy polenta or risotto, and a glass of good red wine!
