Chicken Amager

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Chicken Amager, a hearty and flavorful one-pan chicken dish that’s perfect for cozy dinners. This recipe features tender, golden-brown chicken thighs simmered in a rich and creamy sauce made with smoky bacon, sautéed onions, earthy mushrooms, and a touch of heavy cream. The sauce gets its velvety texture from a hint of flour and chicken stock, creating the perfect accompaniment to soak into buttery boiled potatoes or fluffy steamed rice. Finished with crispy bacon bits and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, Chicken Amager is a balanced combination of savory, creamy, and fresh flavors. Ready in just under an hour, this dish is a delicious and satisfying meal for any day of the week!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 pieces bacon slices
• 1 medium white onion
• 200 grams mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 4 servings boiled potatoes or steamed rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on all sides.

Step 2

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Chop the bacon into small pieces and add it to the skillet. Cook until crispy, then remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 4

Dice the onion and slice the mushrooms. Sauté the onion in the remaining bacon fat for 2-3 minutes until translucent, then add the mushrooms and cook for another 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and mushrooms, stirring constantly to coat and cook the flour for about 1 minute.

Step 6

Gradually pour the chicken stock into the skillet while stirring to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it thicken slightly.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.

Step 8

Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let the chicken cook in the sauce for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 9

Add the crispy bacon back into the skillet and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve the Chicken Amager hot with boiled potatoes or steamed rice on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2074.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2707.4

Total Fat 183.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 729.1mg	0%
Sodium 4223.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 15.6g
Protein 149.5g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 167.9mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 3953.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.0%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 16.9%