Autumn Fruited Chicken Recipe

Name: Autumn Fruited Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 each chicken pieces; 1/2 cup flour, all-purpose mixed in a plastic with salt and pepper to taste; 1 x vegetable oil for frying; 1 tablespoon brandy; 3 cloves garlic minced; 1 medium onions minced; 2 cups mushrooms fresh sliced; 1 1/2 cups apple wine; 2 each apples fresh, peeled and quartered and rinsed in lemon water; 2 each pears peeled and quartered, rinsed in lemon water; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1/4 cup chicken broth or water, perhaps a bit less than one quarter cup; 1 x noodles or rice or couscous

Servings: persons

12 each chicken pieces
1/2 cup flour, all-purpose mixed in a plastic with salt and pepper to taste
1 x vegetable oil for frying
1 tablespoon brandy
3 cloves garlic minced
1 medium onions minced
2 cups mushrooms fresh sliced
1 1/2 cups apple wine
2 each apples fresh, peeled and quartered and rinsed in lemon water
2 each pears peeled and quartered, rinsed in lemon water
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup chicken broth or water, perhaps a bit less than one quarter cup
1 x noodles or rice or couscous

1
Shake chicken pieces in a plastic bag with flour, salt and pepper until lightly dusted and then brown in a little oil with melted butter.
2
Pour the brandy over and flame.
3
Set aside.
4
Saute the onion and garlic, adding a little more oil/butter to the pan if needed.
5
Place chicken, onion mixture, mushrooms and wine in a baking dish.
6
Add pears and apples.
7
Bake, covered, at 350F (180C).
8
for 30 minutes or until chicken is done.
9
Remove chicken and fruit to a heated platter and thicken sauce with cornstarch which has been mixed with a little water or chicken stock.
10
Adjust seasonings.
11
Serve over couscous, noodles or rice.

977

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

106

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 each chicken pieces, 1/2 cup flour, all-purpose mixed in a plastic with salt and pepper to taste, 1 x vegetable oil for frying, 1 tablespoon brandy, and more.

Yes, Autumn Fruited 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!

Autumn Fruited Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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