Chicken Crepe Riviera – Elegant French Riviera–Style
Chicken Crepe Riviera is a savory crepe dish filled with creamy herb chicken.It combines French culinary tradition with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.The crepes are soft, thin, and lightly buttery.The filling is rich, creamy, and infused with garlic and herbs.Perfect for elegant meals or special occasions.A balanced dish that feels gourmet yet homemade.
Ingredients
For Crepes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- ¼ tsp salt
For Chicken Filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup mushrooms (optional)
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Riviera Cream Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley or basil (chopped)
Instructions
- Whisk flour, eggs, milk, butter, and salt into a smooth batter.Heat a non-stick pan and pour a thin layer.
- Cook for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly golden.Stack and set aside.
- Heat oil or butter in a pan.Sauté garlic and onions until soft.
- Add mushrooms and cook until tender.Stir in chicken, herbs, salt, and pepper.Cook for 3–4 minutes and set aside.
- Melt butter and whisk in flour to form a roux.Slowly add milk and cream, stirring constantly
- Add cheese, lemon zest, and juice.Stir until smooth and creamy.Mix in fresh herbs
- Combine chicken with some sauce.Spoon filling into each crepe.
- Roll or fold neatly.Place in a baking dish, top with extra sauce and cheese.Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10–15 minutes (optional).
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Fresh herbs enhance Riviera flavor.
- Adjust lemon for desired tanginess.
- Crepes should be thin and soft.
- Cheese adds depth and richness.
- Sauce thickens as it cools.
- Mushrooms are optional but recommended.
- Best served warm.