Easy Beef Wellington Recipe – A Rich Steak Treat

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Ingredients:

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water

Preparing the Chicken

Marinating the Chicken

The first step in creating this delicious and flavorful dish is to prepare the chicken. I like to use boneless, skinless chicken thighs because they stay incredibly moist and tender, even with longer cooking times. Start by cutting your chicken thighs into roughly 1-inch pieces. This size ensures that the chicken cooks evenly and is easy to eat. Once the chicken is cut, place it in a medium-sized bowl. Now, it’s time to add some initial flavor. Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken pieces. Then, sprinkle in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, and dried thyme. Don’t forget to season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to thoroughly toss everything together, ensuring each piece of chicken is coated evenly with the oil and seasonings. For the best flavor development, I highly recommend letting this marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or even better, cover the bowl and refrigerate it for up to 2 hours. This allows the flavors to really penetrate the chicken.

Cooking the Chicken

Searing the Chicken

Once your chicken has had a chance to marinate, it’s time to cook it. Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. You want the pan to be nice and hot before adding the chicken, as this will help create a beautiful sear. Carefully add the marinated chicken pieces to the hot skillet in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan, as this will steam the chicken rather than sear it. If necessary, cook the chicken in batches, setting aside any cooked chicken to a plate. Sear the chicken for about 3-4 minutes per side, until it’s nicely browned and has developed a lovely golden-brown crust. The chicken won’t be fully cooked through at this stage, which is perfectly fine. We’re building flavor here. Once seared, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on the plate you used earlier.

Building the Sauce Base

After searing the chicken, carefully pour the chicken broth into the hot skillet. As the broth heats up, use a wooden spoon or spatula to scrape up any browned bits (also known as fond) that are stuck to the bottom of the pan. These little browned bits are pure flavor gold and will significantly enhance the taste of your sauce. Let the broth simmer for about 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly and the flavors from the chicken fond to meld in. This forms the delicious base for our creamy sauce.

Finishing the Dish

Creating the Creamy Sauce

Now it’s time to make the sauce wonderfully creamy. In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and the cornstarch with the cold water. Make sure you whisk until there are no lumps of cornstarch remaining. This cornstarch slurry will act as a thickening agent for our sauce. Pour this mixture into the simmering chicken broth in the skillet. Stir continuously as you pour, ensuring it is well incorporated. Bring the sauce back to a gentle simmer and continue to stir. You’ll notice the sauce will begin extract to thicken relatively quickly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, just until the sauce has reached your desired consistency. It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but not so thick that it becomes gloopy.

Combining and Simmering

Once your sauce has thickened beautifully, return the seared chicken pieces (along with any juices that have accumulated on the plate) back into the skillet with the sauce. Stir gently to ensure all the chicken pieces are coated in the creamy sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let everything simmer together for an additional 5-7 minutes. This simmering time allows the chicken to finish cooking through and absorb all the delicious flavors of the sauce. It also ensures the chicken is perfectly tender and juicy. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

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Easy Beef Wellington Recipe – A Rich Steak Treat

A simplified yet luxurious take on the classic Beef Wellington, featuring tender beef coated in mushroom duxelles and prosciutto, all encased in flaky puff pastry.

Prep Time
45 Minutes

Cook Time
40 Minutes

Total Time
25 Minutes

Servings
6-8 servings

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef tenderloin
• 1 pound mixed mushrooms, finely chopped
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
• 1/4 cup dry white wine (or non-alcoholic white wine alternative)
• 4 slices prosciutto
• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Step 1
   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the beef tenderloin generously with salt and pepper. Sear the beef on all sides in a hot, oiled skillet until well-browned. Let it cool completely.
2. Step 2
   In the same skillet, sauté the shallots and garlic until softened. Add the chopped mushrooms and thyme, cooking until the mushrooms release their liquid and it evaporates. Stir in the dry white wine (or alternative) and cook until mostly evaporated. Season with salt and pepper. This is your duxelles. Let it cool.
3. Step 3
   Lay out a large piece of plastic wrap. Arrange the prosciutto slices on the plastic wrap, overlapping them slightly to create a rectangle. Spread the cooled mushroom duxelles evenly over the prosciutto.
4. Step 4
   Place the seared beef tenderloin on top of the duxelles and prosciutto. Use the plastic wrap to tightly roll the prosciutto and duxelles around the beef, creating a compact log. Twist the ends of the plastic wrap to secure and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
5. Step 5
   Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Remove the plastic wrap from the beef log and place it in the center of the puff pastry. Fold the pastry around the beef, trimming any excess. Seal the edges with the beaten egg wash.
6. Step 6
   Place the pastry-wrapped beef onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the entire surface with the remaining egg wash. Score the top of the pastry with a knife in a decorative pattern, being careful not to cut all the way through.
7. Step 7
   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the internal temperature of the beef reaches your desired doneness (130-135°F for medium-rare). Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Important Information

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.