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Pot Au Feu de Volaille
Pot au Feu de Volaille is a heartwarming traditional French chicken stew that captures the essence of rustic French cooking. This delightful dish is characterized by its tender chicken simmered to perfection alongside a medley of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, creating a flavorful broth that is both nourishing and comforting. Originating from the French countryside, Pot au Feu translates to 'pot on the fire,' reflecting its humble roots as a peasant dish that transformed over centuries into a beloved family meal. Perfect for chilly evenings, this stew serves not just as a meal but as a warm embrace in a bowl.
Ingredients
- Whole chicken
- 3-4 lbs
- Water
- 10 cups
- Carrots
- 3, peeled and sliced
- Leeks
- 2, cleaned and sliced
- Onions
- 2, quartered
- Celery stalks
- 2, chopped
- Parsnips
- 2, peeled and sliced
- Bay leaves
- 2
- Fresh thyme
- 2 teaspoons
- Fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup, chopped
- Salt
- to taste
- Black pepper
- to taste
Instructions
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, place the whole chicken and cover it with water. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, skim off any impurities that rise to the surface to ensure a clear broth.
- Add the carrots, leeks, onions, celery, parsnips, bay leaves, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir gently to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Carefully remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, remove the skin and bones, and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Return the shredded chicken back into the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning as needed with more salt and pepper.
- Serve the Pot au Feu de Volaille hot, ladling some of the vegetables and rich broth into each bowl. Garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.
Tips
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the broth during the simmering process.
- Serve with crusty French bread for dipping into the flavorful broth, or over a bed of fluffy rice for a heartier meal.
- Feel free to experiment with other seasonal vegetables like turnips or potatoes.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 2 hours Calories: 380 Fat: 12g Carbs: 30g Protein: 40g Sodium: 600mg Sugar: 5g
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