Chicken and apple stew
Background
During the cold months I find stews, casseroles and hearty soups the most satisfying meals. They are easy to prepare, then the oven, stove or pressure cooker does most of the cooking! Also, they can be a vehicle of lots of veggies, making them a healthy choice during the winter when our immune-system needs a boost. This chicken and apple stew is a perfect example – full of vitamins, yet it’s a bit naughty too as it’s cooked in cider. So it's perfect for lazy weekends, shared with friends and family! Serve it with a mash or crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp food cornflour (or starch)
- 8 chicken drumsticks and/or tights
- 2 leeks
- 150g thin carrots
- 100g thin parsnips, peeled
- 250 ml chicken stock
- 1 can (330 ml) of apple cider
- 1 handful of tarragon, chopped
- 2 apples
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Place the chicken in a freezer bag then add the flour and a few pinches of salt. Shake the bag well, making sure that the chicken pieces are evenly coated.
- Cut the leeks, carrots and parsnips into 3cm thick chunks.
- Heat 1 Tbsp of oil in a heavy-based pan, then sear he chicken pieces for about 5 minutes, until golden, then transfer them to a plate.
- Add the leek and cook for about 5 minutes until soft, then add the carrots and turnips.
- Meanwhile, peel and core the apples, then chop them into large chunks.
- Add the apple and tarragon to the pan, then pour in the cider and the stock. Bring to the boil, then simmer, under cover, for about 45 minutes, until you get a thick stew.
- Serve it with chopped tarragon sprinkled over it.
Categories
- Meal Type: - Everyday - Main - Seasonal
- Cuisines: - French
- Occasions: - Bonfire Night - Dinner Party - New Year - Parties
- Ingredients: - Chicken & Turkey - Common Fruits
- Health and Diet: - Dairy Free - Egg Free - Gluten Free - Nut Free
- Skill Levels: - Easy
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