Amie'S French Country Chicken Recipe

Name: Amie'S French Country Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small chickens (3 lb.); 1/2 lb. bacon, cut in 1/2-inch pieces; 12 small new potatoes; 2 Tbsp. butter; 3 Tbsp. olive oil; 6 medium carrots, trimmed and peeled; 20 to 25 tiny pearl onions; 4 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 bay leaf; parsley stems; sprigs of fresh thyme; salt and black pepper

Servings: persons

2 small chickens (3 lb.)
1/2 lb. bacon, cut in 1/2-inch pieces
12 small new potatoes
2 Tbsp. butter
3 Tbsp. olive oil
6 medium carrots, trimmed and peeled
20 to 25 tiny pearl onions
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 bay leaf
parsley stems
sprigs of fresh thyme
salt and black pepper

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0.
2
Blanch bacon in boiling water 3 minutes.
3
Drain, refresh and pat dry.
4
Peel potatoes and blanch for 5 minutes; drain and pat dry.
5
Trim fat from chicken and season.
6
Add butter and oil to large covered casserole and brown chicken over high heat.
7
Remove and set aside.
8
Add bacon to pot and brown; remove.
9
Brown pearl onions; remove.
10
Brown blanched potatoes and remove.
11
Pour off excess fat.
12
Return chicken to casserole.
13
Add bacon, vegetables, garlic and herbs.
14
Pour in 1/2 cup water; season with salt and pepper.
15
Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, half of the time covered.

898

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 small chickens (3 lb.), 1/2 lb. bacon, cut in 1/2-inch pieces, 12 small new potatoes, 2 Tbsp. butter, and more.

Yes, Amie'S French Country Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Amie'S French Country Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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