Chicken with Périgord Truffle and Mushroom Sauce
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Author:
Drogo
Servings
3-4
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Indulge in the rich flavours of French cuisine with this elegant chicken with Périgord truffle and mushroom sauce recipe. Combining tender chicken, earthy mushrooms and the unmistakable aroma of Périgord truffle, this dish brings restaurant-quality dining to your home kitchen.
Known for its deep, luxurious flavour, Périgord truffle is one of the most prized ingredients in French gastronomy. Paired with a creamy mushroom sauce, it transforms a simple chicken dish into an unforgettable gourmet experience. This perigord chicken recipe is perfect for special occasions, dinner parties, or whenever you want to create a truly indulgent meal.
The highlight of this dish is the velvety chicken in truffle cream sauce — a rich combination of cream, mushrooms and truffle that coats the chicken beautifully. The delicate earthiness of the truffle enhances the savoury depth of the mushrooms, creating a perfectly balanced sauce that feels both comforting and refined.
Whether you are a fan of classic French flavours or looking to elevate your home cooking, this chicken truffle recipe is a must-try. Serve with seasonal vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or fresh bread to soak up every drop of the luxurious sauce.
Ingredients
Chicken with Perigord Truffle and a Creamy Mushroom Sauce
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4 large chicken thighs (bone in and skin on)
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100g pancetta, cut into lardons
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300g meaty mushrooms such as Paris Brown or chestnut, quartered
- 6 small round shallots, peeled and halved
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed or grated
- A generous splash of white wine
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300ml chicken stock
- 50ml double cream
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15g Perigord truffle
Directions
Method
Heat a splash of oil in a high sided frying pan or skillet, and cook the chicken skin side down, until deep golden brown. Turn over and cook for around 5 minutes more, until nicely browned on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Add the pancetta and fry until crisp.
Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes or so until browned, then add the garlic and cook for a minute or so, taking care not to burn it.
Add the mushrooms and cook for another 5-10 minutes or so, until they’re starting to turn golden. Give everything a good stir, then add the wine and let it bubble down.
Add the chicken back to the pan skin side up, along with the stock, cream and some salt and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Serve with plenty of Perigord truffle grated over the top.
Recipe Note
What is Périgord chicken?
Périgord chicken is a luxurious chicken dish inspired by the flavours of the Périgord region of France, traditionally featuring rich ingredients such as truffles, mushrooms and creamy sauces.
What is Périgord sauce?
Périgord sauce is a rich French-style sauce typically made with truffles, cream, mushrooms and savoury ingredients. It is known for its deep, earthy flavour and luxurious texture.
How do you make chicken in truffle cream sauce?
To make chicken in truffle cream sauce, cook the chicken until golden, prepare a creamy mushroom sauce, then finish with truffle to add its distinctive aroma and flavour.
What makes truffle mushroom chicken special?
Truffle mushroom chicken combines two classic luxury ingredients — aromatic truffles and earthy mushrooms — creating a dish that is rich, comforting, and full of gourmet flavour.
Can I make this as a chicken Périgord recipe at home?
Yes, this chicken Périgord recipe can easily be recreated at home using quality chicken, fresh mushrooms, cream, and truffle ingredients for an impressive restaurant-style meal.
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