Baked Chicken in Clay Cookware Recipe

Name: Baked Chicken in Clay Cookware
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3-1/2 lbs (1.6 kg). chicken; 1 tbsp (15 ml) finely ground black pepper; 1 small onion, peeled; 1/2 cup (125 ml) tightly packed parsley; 1 bay leaf; 1 tbsp (15 ml) unsalted butter or margarine at room temp.; 4 or more small carrots trimmed, peeled and cut in half crosswise; 8 small to medium fresh mushrooms; 1/4 tsp (1 ml). crushed hot red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup (125 ml) canned unsalted tomatoes; 1 pkg. wide noodles, cooked

Servings: persons

1 3-1/2 lbs (1.6 kg). chicken
1 tbsp (15 ml) finely ground black pepper
1 small onion, peeled
1/2 cup (125 ml) tightly packed parsley
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp (15 ml) unsalted butter or margarine at room temp.
4 or more small carrots trimmed, peeled and cut in half crosswise
8 small to medium fresh mushrooms
1/4 tsp (1 ml). crushed hot red pepper flakes
1/2 cup (125 ml) canned unsalted tomatoes
1 pkg. wide noodles, cooked

1
Place clay pot in a basin of cold water and let it soak for at least 10 minutes.
2
Drain well.
3
Sprinkle inside of the chicken with half the ground pepper.
4
Stuff cavity with onion, parsley and bay leaf.
5
Sprinkle outside of the chicken with the remaining ground pepper.
6
Rub the breast and legs of the chicken with butter or margarine.
7
Arrange the chicken breast side up in the bottom of the clay pot.
8
Arrange the carrot pieces and mushrooms around the chicken.
9
Sprinkle with hot red pepper.
10
Place pieces of tomatoe on top of the vegetables.
11
Cover the pot with the lid.
12
Place in the oven and bake at 450 degrees (225 C.) for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
13
Carve the chicken and serve it with it's natural juices.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3-1/2 lbs (1.6 kg). chicken, 1 tbsp (15 ml) finely ground black pepper, 1 small onion, peeled, 1/2 cup (125 ml) tightly packed parsley, and more.

Yes, Baked Chicken in Clay Cookware 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!

Baked Chicken in Clay Cookware

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Variations & substitutions

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