Chicken and Lentils in Clay Recipe

Name: Chicken and Lentils in Clay
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 each chicken, whole; 1 cup lentils rinsed; 1 large garlic cloves minced; 1 medium onions sliced; 1/4 cup celery chopped; 1/2 cup pork smoked, slivered; 1 medium carrots shredded; 1/4 cup parsley leaves chopped; 1 small bay leaves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup beef stock; 1/2 cup red wine dry; 1 teaspoon dry mustard

Servings: persons

1 each chicken, whole
1 cup lentils rinsed
1 large garlic cloves minced
1 medium onions sliced
1/4 cup celery chopped
1/2 cup pork smoked, slivered
1 medium carrots shredded
1/4 cup parsley leaves chopped
1 small bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup beef stock
1/2 cup red wine dry
1 teaspoon dry mustard

1
Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
2
Rinse chicken; pat dry.
3
Coarsely chop liver and reserve.
4
Line a 3-quart unglazed clay cooker with parchment paper, trimming paper even with rim of baking dish.
5
Place chicken, breast up, within parchment.
6
Place lentils around chicken.
7
Combine garlic, onion, celery, ham, carrot, parsley, and chicken liver; place mixture and bay leaf atop lentils.
8
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
9
Heat together beef broth, wine, and mustard; pour over chicken.
10
Cover and bake, stirring lentils occasionally, until chicken is done.
11
Carve chicken and serve with lentils.

235

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 each chicken, whole, 1 cup lentils rinsed, 1 large garlic cloves minced, 1 medium onions sliced, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Lentils in Clay 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!

Chicken and Lentils in Clay

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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