CREAMED CHICKEN AND LEEKS

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons butter
4 large leeks, white parts only, chopped
4 celery stalks, chopped
4 to 6 cups chicken broth
2 whole chicken breasts on bone with skin on
Bouquet garni: 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme and bay leaf, a few parsley sprigs tied in cheesecloth
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
Juice of 1 lemon
3 egg yolks
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a saucepan. When foaming subsides, but before it gets brown add the leeks and celery and 1/4 cup of the chicken broth. Cover and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes; do not let it get brown. Add the chicken, skin side up along with bouquet garni and enough of the broth to just cover the chicken. Cover and simmer, over very low heat for 30 minutes or until chicken is just cooked through. Remove chicken from the broth; remove and discard skin and bones and cut chicken into chunks. Remove and discard bouquet garni.
  • Puree the liquid through a food mill and return it to the saucepan. Add remaining broth and boil it down until reduced to 4 cups. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add lemon juice to chicken and set in microwavable dish.
  • Blend egg yolks and cream together. Very slowly ladle 1 cup of hot broth into the mixture. Return this tempered mixture to the soup and bring to under a simmer to thicken. Reheat chicken for a minute in microwave oven and distribute it among 4 soup plates. Ladle thickened broth over chicken and garnish with parsley. Serve over boiled potatoes or with bread

JDauntless
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The leeks add a unique and delicious flavor to the dish. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family.


Yusuf Samad
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This creamed chicken and leeks dish is a classic comfort food. It's warm and creamy, and the chicken and leeks are perfectly tender. I love serving it with mashed potatoes and a side of green beans.


Mr BlueOwl
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's made with just a few ingredients, but the flavors are complex and delicious. I also love that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Victoria Dickson
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken and leeks cook quickly, and the creamy sauce comes together in minutes. I served it over pasta, and it was a hit with my family.


Sadman Sajjad
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I made this dish for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the flavor and the creamy texture. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Oppo A15
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This creamed chicken and leeks dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy sauce, and they didn't even notice the leeks.


Kainat Shehzadi
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of chicken and leeks, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well they worked together. The leeks added a subtle flavor that really complemented the chicken. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Shanariha Evans
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I'm a big fan of creamy chicken dishes, and this one is no exception. The leeks add a nice touch of sweetness and depth of flavor. I also love that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Zenbil abdou
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This creamed chicken and leeks dish is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make, yet elegant enough for a special occasion. I love the way the leeks melt into the sauce, creating a rich and flavorful dish.


ndoda samuel mazibuko
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I'm always looking for new and exciting chicken recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The leeks added a unique and delicious flavor to the dish. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my guests.


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This creamed chicken and leeks dish was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors was perfect, with the creamy sauce complementing the tender chicken and earthy leeks. It was a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family loved.