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Poulet en Cocotte Bonne Femme
Poulet en Cocotte Bonne Femme, also known as Chicken in a Pot, is a heart-warming classic French dish. This rustic one-pot wonder, featuring chicken and vegetables slow-cooked to perfection in a savory broth, is a staple in French households. The aromatic herbs and white wine add a depth of flavor that makes this dish truly special. It's the epitome of comfort food, French-style!
Ingredients
- White wine
- 1 cup
- Chicken broth
- 2 cups
- Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper
- to taste
- Fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs
- Fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs
- Garlic
- 4 cloves, minced
- Onion
- 1 large, chopped
- Potatoes
- 4 medium, cubed
- Carrots
- 4 medium, sliced
- Whole chicken
- 1 (about 4 lbs)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the chopped onions, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and cubed potatoes. Sauté for 5 minutes, until slightly softened.
- Add the sprigs of thyme and rosemary, followed by the chicken broth and white wine. Stir everything together, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Place the browned chicken back into the pot, nestling it among the vegetables. Cover the pot with a lid.
- Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and cook for 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Remove from the oven and let the Poulet en Cocotte rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve the chicken with the tender vegetables and flavorful pan juices. Enjoy this traditional French comfort food!
Dietary Information
Servings: 4-6 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Calories: 600 Fat: 30g Carbs: 40g Protein: 50g Sodium: 800mg Sugar: 6g
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