Chicken Bouillabaisse Style Recipe

Name: Chicken Bouillabaisse Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs whole chickens, cut up; ½ cup Italian dressing, plus; 2 tablespoons Italian dressing; 1 cup celery, coarsely chopped (with leaves); 1 cup carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped; 3 cups chicken broth or 3 cups chicken stock; 1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes, chopped; 1 teaspoon sugar; ½ teaspoon dried thyme; 1 (16 ounce) canwhole onions, drained; ¾ cup white wine (Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio); ¼ teaspoon saffron (optional)

Servings: persons

3 lbs whole chickens, cut up
½ cup Italian dressing, plus
2 tablespoons Italian dressing
1 cup celery, coarsely chopped (with leaves)
1 cup carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped
3 cups chicken broth or 3 cups chicken stock
1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 (16 ounce) canwhole onions, drained
¾ cup white wine (Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
¼ teaspoon saffron (optional)

1
Arrange chicken in a large shallow baking dish and top with 1/2 cup Italian dressing; cover an marinate in refrigerator at least 3 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
2
Bake at 375F, basting frequently with marinade for an hour, or until tender.
3
Meanwhile, combine remaining 2 tablespoons dressing, celery and carrots in a large saucepan.
4
Cook, covered, over low heat for ten minutes; add broth, tomatoes, sugar and thyme.
5
Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
6
Add onions, wine and saffron; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
7
Put chicken in individual soup bowls; ladle soup over the top.
8
If you wish, sprinkle with chopped celery and serve with toasted french bread.

912

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

163

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 3 lbs whole chickens, cut up, ½ cup Italian dressing, plus, 2 tablespoons Italian dressing, 1 cup celery, coarsely chopped (with leaves), and more.

Yes, Chicken Bouillabaisse Style falls under the Soups & Stews 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 Bouillabaisse Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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