CHICKEN POT-AU-FEU

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This classic French recipe calls for poussins, which are very small young chickens and produce tender meat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 poussins (about 1 pound each), necks removed
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
16 sprigs fresh thyme
20 ounces pearl onions
3 quarts homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
2 cups dry white wine
1 pound baby or halved small carrots, peeled, tops trimmed
12 ounces baby red potatoes (halved if large)
3 celery stalks, cut on the diagonal into 2-inch pieces
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
10 black peppercorns
Fresh chervil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Rinse poussins; pat dry. Season with salt and pepper. Place 4 thyme sprigs into each cavity. Carefully tie legs together with kitchen twine. Set aside.
  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add onions, and cook until skins soften, about 3 minutes. Remove onions with a slotted spoon, and rinse. Trim root ends, and remove skins.
  • Stir together stock, wine, onions, carrots, potatoes, celery, garlic, peppercorns, and 2 teaspoons salt in a large, heavy stockpot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low. Gently add poussins, breast side down. Cover, and cook 1 hour. Place a poussin in each of 4 serving bowls; divide broth and vegetables evenly among the bowls. Garnish each bowl with chervil, and sprinkle with pepper.

mildred lobaton
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I've never made chicken pot au feu before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


Wakoma West
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This is a classic dish that is always a hit at my dinner parties. I love the way the chicken and vegetables come together in a flavorful broth.


Ayoub Mahar
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I'm not a big fan of chicken pot au feu, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The broth was flavorful and the chicken was tender.


Kalam Khan
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful meal. I love that it uses simple ingredients and is easy to make.


Zahro Awees
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Overall, I thought the chicken pot au feu was a good dish. It was easy to make and the flavor was good.


Besam Khan
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I found the recipe to be a bit confusing. It would be helpful if it included more step-by-step instructions.


Blake Paulsen
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The chicken pot au feu was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more herbs and spices next time.


alex fred
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. I will definitely be making it again!


Sheikh Owais
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Ally Said
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This is a great recipe for a simple, yet elegant meal. I served it with a side of mashed potatoes and it was perfect.


dave gudmundson
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! They loved the flavorful broth and the tender chicken.


King Tiger
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This chicken pot au feu is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a winter meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection.