Chicken and Winter Vegetable Casserole is a winter warming recipe that my family love. Served as a main dish on its own or with rice suitable for the hungriest of people. The combination of chicken, chicken stock and soft vegetables makes this ideal with soft bread to mop up.
Chicken and Winter Vegetable Casserole
A tasty casserole that is very popular in my home. The aroma produced whilst simmering fills the house with a warm welcoming atmosphere.
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Servings: 4 people
Calories: 553kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 lbs chicken pieces
- 1 large onion chopped
- 3 large Leeks chopped
- 3 large carrots chopped
- 1 large suede chopped,
- 1 cup lentils
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup apple juice
- 2 tsp cornstarch cornflour
- 2 tbsp cold water
- 3 tbsp creme fraiche
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt to taste
- ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pot over moderate heat.2 tbsp olive oil
- Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper and brown in the hot oil.2 lbs chicken pieces, Salt, ground pepper
- Add the chopped onion and saute until tender but not browned, about 5 minutes.1 large onion
- Simmer covered over low heat until the chicken and lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.1 cup lentils
- Stir in the cornstarch and water mixture (thoroughly stirred), creme fraiche, and mustard and simmer, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.2 tsp cornstarch, 2 tbsp cold water, 3 tbsp creme fraiche, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Nutrition
Calories: 553kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 66g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 177mg | Sodium: 670mg | Potassium: 341mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g