CHICKEN NORMANDE WITH MASHED APPLES AND POTATOES

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Categories     Chicken     Fruit     Potato     Poultry     Bake     Sauté     Dinner     Casserole/Gratin     Apple     Winter     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 cup apple cider or apple juice
8 ounces parsnips, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 3/4 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3/4 pound Golden Delicious apples (about 2 large), peeled, cored, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
5 tablespoons butter
8 skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
6 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/3 cup brandy
1/3 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients in heavy large pot and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover and simmer until parsnips are tender, about 5 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer parsnips to small bowl. Add potatoes and apples to same pot. Cover; simmer until very tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Using slotted spoon, transfer potatoes and apples to large bowl; add 3 tablespoons butter. Mash until almost smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Pour broth mixture from pot into medium bowl; reserve pot.
  • Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper and 4 teaspoons thyme; dust with flour. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in reserved pot over medium-high heat. Add half of chicken. Sauté until brown and cooked through, turning with tongs, about 5 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer sautéed chicken to 11x7x2-inch glass baking dish. Repeat with remaining chicken. Top with parsnips, remaining 2 teaspoons thyme and peas. Return broth mixture to same pot; add brandy and whipping cream. Boil over medium-high heat until sauce is reduced to 1 1/4 cups, scraping up browned bits, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon over chicken. Cover with potato-apple mixture. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Refrigerate until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated.)
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake casserole uncovered until potato topping is crusty and chicken filling is heated through, about 35 minutes (about 45 minutes if refrigerated).

Sosanya Sobanjo
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This dish is easy to make and always turns out great. It's a go-to recipe for me when I'm short on time or need to feed a crowd.


Cm Rana
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Connie Alfaro
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive meal that's perfect for a special occasion.


Hafiz Mubashir
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the flavor and presentation. I'll definitely be making this again.


Onjali Parajuli
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth the splurge for a special occasion. The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the sauce is incredible.


Funmilayo Ijiwande
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I'm not a huge fan of apples, but I love them in this dish. They add a touch of sweetness and creaminess that balances out the savory chicken.


Kelsey Bozarth
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This dish is easy to make and always turns out great. It's a go-to recipe for me when I'm short on time or need to feed a crowd.


shojib hossen
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken is savory and rich, while the apples and potatoes add a touch of sweetness and creaminess. It's a perfect balance of flavors.


Tsholofelo Pearl Takalo
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always perfectly cooked and the sauce is always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Pius Nadi Nkpebu
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This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth the effort. The end result was a beautiful and delicious dish that was perfect for a special occasion.


L.J. Lynch
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken, but this dish changed my mind. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was incredible. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mohammed Umar
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I made this dish for a special occasion and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the flavor and presentation. I felt like a Michelin-starred chef!


rox singh
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This dish was a hit with my family. Even my picky kids loved it! They especially enjoyed the mashed apples and potatoes.


Nharnhar Qhuamikin
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I love that this dish can be made ahead of time. I prepped everything the day before, then all I had to do was assemble and cook it the next day. It made for a stress-free dinner party.


Aman Sana
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The flavors in this dish were incredible. The chicken was savory and rich, while the apples and potatoes added a touch of sweetness and creaminess. It was a perfect balance of flavors.


Seteven Nsubuga
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this dish was to make. Even though it has multiple components, each one was simple to prepare. The end result was a stunning and delicious meal.


Jerrych16 Jerrych16
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the mashed apples and potatoes were the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.