Ingredients
- 1 ½ kg Potatoes
- 30 g Butter
- 5 tblsp Double Cream
- 2 Egg Yolks
- 30 g Butter
- 7 Shallots
- 3 chopped Carrots
- 2 sticks Celery
- 1 finely chopped Garlic Clove
- 4 tbsp White Wine
- 1 tbls Tomato Puree
- 400 g Tinned Tomatos
- 350 ml Chicken Stock
- 600 g Chicken
- 16 Black Olives
- 2 tbs Parsley
- 50 g Gruyere cheese
Instructions
4 steps · ~68 minutes total
Step 1
For the topping, boil the potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and push through a potato ricer, or mash thoroughly. Stir in the butter, cream and egg yolks. Season and set aside.
10 minutesUse a large pot to prevent boiling over. Add salt to the water for extra flavor.Step 2
For the filling, melt the butter in a large pan. Add the shallots, carrots and celery and gently fry until soft, then add the garlic. Pour in the wine and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the tomato purée, chopped tomatoes and stock and cook for 10–15 minutes, until thickened. Add the shredded chicken, olives and parsley. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
8 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 3
Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.Step 4
Put the filling in a 20x30cm/8x12in ovenproof dish and top with the mashed potato. Grate over the Gruyère. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until piping hot and the potato is golden-brown.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your french meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Chicken Parmentier is a beloved dish from French cuisine, originating in France. With a total preparation time of about 16 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.
French cuisine is considered one of the world's finest culinary traditions. Known for its refinement and attention to detail, it has influenced cooking around the globe for centuries.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 17 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chicken Parmentier is a classic French dish that features shredded chicken layered with creamy mashed potatoes, often baked until golden and bubbly.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
