Chicken Murphy Recipe | Easy Kitchen Guide

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By Lori Walker, MS, RD | Published on July 7, 2023 | Last Updated on August 15, 2023

Chicken Murphy is a delicious Italian-inspired comfort food dish that originated in the United States. It consists of chicken and sausage cooked with potatoes, peppers, garlic, onion, and herbs in a savory white wine sauce. 

The dish is baked until it’s golden brown and served over your favorite sides. This classic family recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home.

Here, we will give you the Ingredients, step by step instructions, tips, nutrition information and more to make sure you end up with a perfectly delicious dish. So, keep reading!

Chicken Murphy

What is chicken murphy? 

As mentioned above, a traditional Italian-American dish called “Chicken Murphy” is made with chicken and sausage, potatoes, peppers, garlic, onions, herbs, and wine. 

It is typically served with polenta or spaghetti. This dish is distinctive and tasty because of the taste mix.

What does it taste like?

The Italian sausage and peppadews give the chicken Murphy its delicious and gently spiciness. This meal gains additional depth of flavor from the white wine sauce, which wonderfully ties all the ingredients together.

How did I first get introduced to chicken murphy?

I first got introduced to this dish by my grandmother, who used to make it for us when we would visit. It quickly became one of our family favorites, and now I like to make it for my family whenever I have the chance.

How to make chicken murphy?

Making chicken murphy is relatively easy and only involves a few simple steps. Anyone can make this dish with ease, even those who are new to cooking. Now we will give the ingredients and the following steps for you to make a perfect chicken murphy.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken, cut into 1.5 inch pieces
  • 1 lb Italian sausage without casing
  • ¼ cup and 1 tbsp (Separated) all-purpose flour,
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1.5 inch pieces
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1.5 inch pieces
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • Olive oil
  • 1 russet potato (3/4 inch dice)
  • 2 cups of chicken broth
  • 16 oz cremini mushrooms, quartered
  • 4 large cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 cup of halved peppadew peppers
  • 1 cup white wine
  • ½ cup of brine from peppadew peppers
  • 2 tbsp of chopped parsley
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp butter

Step by step instructions

Step 1

Generously season chicken cubes with salt and pepper on both sides. In a shallow bowl, combine 1/4 cup flour and pepper to taste. Dredge the chicken in the mixture, shaking off any excess flour before transferring it to a plate.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add the chicken to the hot oil and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from heat and transfer the chicken to a plate.

Step 3

Add the sausage to the same skillet and cook until lightly browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Transfer the cooked sausage to a plate and set it aside. 

Step 4

Pour off all but enough fat to coat the bottom of the pan before adding onions, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, mushrooms and garlic. Cook these ingredients for 6-7 minutes. 

Step 5

Add white wine to the skillet, bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer vigorously until the liquid has reduced to a syrupy consistency – about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of flour into the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth.

Step 7

Add the cooked chicken, sausage, peppadew brine, chicken stock, russet potato, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, Italian seasoning and peppadew peppers; to the skillet and stir together. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in the butter and parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Tips

– For a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream before baking.

– You can substitute the Italian sausage for other proteins such as turkey sausage or ground beef.

– To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour.

Chicken Murphy

Chicken Murphy

Chicken Murphy is a delicious Italian-inspired comfort food dish that originated in the United States. It consists of chicken and sausage cooked with potatoes, peppers, garlic, onion, and herbs in a savory white wine sauce. 
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Author: Lori Walker, MS, RD
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 50 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 5 people
Calories: 919kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Italian sausage without casing
  • 1 lb. chicken, cut into 1.5 inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup and 1 tbsp (Separated) all-purpose flour,
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1.5 inch pieces
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1.5 inch pieces
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • Olive oil
  • 1 russet potato (3/4 inch dice)
  • 2 cups of chicken broth
  • 16 oz cremini mushrooms, quartered
  • 4 large cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 cup of halved peppadew peppers
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 1/2 cup brine from peppadew peppers
  • 2 Tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 Tablespoon butter

Instructions

  • Generously season the chicken cubes with a judicious amount of salt and freshly ground pepper on both sides. Take a shallow bowl, combine 1/4 cup all-purpose flour along with an appropriate quantity of pepper to taste for dredging the chicken in. Shake off any excess flour before transferring it to a plate.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm up a generous amount of olive oil until it shimmers. Gently place the chicken in the hot oil and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 4 minutes or until crisp and golden-brown. Remove from heat and transfer the cooked chicken onto a plate.
  • To the same skillet, add sausages and fry until lightly browned; breaking them up with a wooden spoon as they cook. Transfer the cooked sausages to the plate and set it aside.
  • Pour off all but enough fat to coat the bottom of the pan before adding onions, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, mushrooms and garlic. Cook these ingredients for 6-7 minutes or until tender.
  • Pour in some white wine into the skillet, bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer vigorously until the liquid has reduced to a syrupy consistency – about 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of flour into the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Slowly pour in some chicken broth while whisking so as to create a smooth mixture.
  • Add the cooked chicken, sausage, peppadew brine, chicken stock, russet potato, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, Italian seasoning and peppadew peppers; to the skillet and stir together. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the butter and parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; such as additional salt, pepper or other herbs, to your preference. Serve warm .

Notes

  • For a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream before baking.
  • You can substitute the Italian sausage for other proteins such as turkey sausage or ground beef.
  • To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten free flour instead of all-purpose flour.
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What to serve with chicken murphy?

Chicken Murphy is deliciously served over your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice. It also pairs well with a crisp green salad and roasted vegetables.

How to store leftover chicken murphy?

You can store leftover chicken murphy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat or in the oven.

Can pregnant women eat this?

Yes, pregnant women can safely eat chicken murphy. However, it is important to make sure that any ingredients used in the dish (such as sausage and cheese) are cooked thoroughly before consumption. 

Additionally, women should pay attention to their daily calorie intake while pregnant and avoid overeating.

FAQs 

Can I freeze chicken Murphy?

Yes, you can freeze chicken murphy for up to 3 months. To do so, transfer the cooked dish to an airtight container or freezer-friendly bag and store in the freezer. When ready to eat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently in a skillet or oven.

Is this dish suitable for vegetarians?

No, this dish is not suitable for vegetarians as it contains Italian sausage. However, you could substitute the sausage with a vegetarian protein option such as tempeh or tofu crumbles.

Wrapping Up

Thank you for reading! We hope this article has been helpful in teaching you how to make Chicken Murphy. It is an easy and delicious one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining. With just a few simple steps you can have this dish ready quickly.

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My name is Lori Walker. I’m a registered dietitian, food blogger and food enthusiast. I share easy healthy, delicious recipes on my blog and review necessary kitchen items. The recipes I share take less… Read more

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