Saed News: Chicken and mushroom stew is one of the delicious and nutritious Persian stews, packed with protein due to the mushrooms and chicken.
According to the Family Magazine section of Saed News, the unique taste of chicken and mushrooms combined with the fragrance of saffron and aromatic herbs has made this dish a popular and elegant choice. Due to its easy preparation and accessible ingredients, chicken and mushroom stew is an ideal option for your daily meals. In the following, we will review the simple and authentic method of preparing chicken and mushroom stew.
Ingredients for Chicken and Mushroom Stew
500g Chicken
450g Mushrooms
3-4 cups of water
Oil (as needed)
4 tbsp Dried Parsley
1 tbsp Marjoram
Saffron (as needed)
Salt, pepper, and spices (as needed)
Restaurant-Style Chicken and Mushroom Stew Preparation
Sautéing the Onion and Chicken
The first step is to sauté finely chopped onions in a pot with oil until golden and soft. Then, add the chicken pieces and allow them to brown well.
Adding the Remaining Ingredients and Initial Cooking
Now, add the dried parsley and marjoram, and sauté briefly. Be careful not to overcook them. Next, add tomato paste, salt, pepper, and spices. Let them cook for a bit in the oil to remove their raw taste. Finally, add water, stir, cover the pot, and allow the chicken to cook for 45 minutes on medium heat.
Sautéing the Mushrooms and Final Stew Cooking
In the last step, sauté the mushrooms in a pan with a bit of butter or oil. Then, add the sautéed mushrooms and dissolved saffron to the chicken pot. Let the stew cook for another 15 minutes until fully done. Afterward, turn off the heat, serve with rice or bread, and enjoy!
Additional Tips for Chicken and Mushroom Stew
Making chicken and mushroom stew is simple, but it's helpful to know some additional tips and tricks.
Alternative Methods for Making Chicken and Mushroom Stew
In the method we reviewed above, we added herbs to the stew. However, you can pair the stew with other ingredients as well.
Chicken and Mushroom Stew Without Herbs
If you don’t have the required herbs or prefer not to use them, you can omit the herbs and use brewed saffron for flavor and color instead. To make the stew thicker, you can also use 1 tablespoon of cornstarch or wheat flour dissolved in water.
Chicken and Mushroom Stew with Potatoes
For a heartier stew, chop 2 medium potatoes into cubes and add them in the last 15 minutes of cooking. The potatoes will enhance the stew's flavor and help thicken it.
Chicken and Mushroom Stew with Saffron and Barberries
For a more festive version, add brewed saffron and barberries to the stew. Add the barberries along with the saffron in the last 10 minutes of cooking.
Marinating the Chicken
If you're sensitive to the smell of chicken and have the time, marinate the chicken beforehand. Marinate the chicken with saffron, grated onion, lemon juice, and spices. Additionally, you can add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice in the last 10 minutes of cooking to give the stew a tangy flavor.
