Chicken Perket Aka Croatian Chicken Stew Recipe

Name: Chicken Perket Aka Croatian Chicken Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 large plum tomatoes, chopped; 1 large red onion, chopped; 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and julienned; 1/2 cup flour, divided in half; 2 tablespoons minced garlic, divided in half; 4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise; 1 cup sliced mushrooms; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1/2 cup chicken stock; 1/2 cup white wine; 1 1/2 lbs angel hair pasta

Servings: persons

12 large plum tomatoes, chopped
1 large red onion, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, seeded and julienned
1/2 cup flour, divided in half
2 tablespoons minced garlic, divided in half
4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup white wine
1 1/2 lbs angel hair pasta

1
Set a 6 quart crock pot on high; spray inside with nonstick cooking spray.
2
Begin layering ingredients inside - tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, 1/4 cup flour sprinkled evenly over all, 1 tablespoon garlic. Place in the chicken breast pieces and spread the remaining 1/4 cup of flour over them. Add the mushrooms, remaining garlic; then evenly sprinkle over the black pepper and paprika. Pour the stock and white wine over the top.
3
Cover and cook for 3 and 1/2 hours; remove chicken and 1/4 of the vegetables. Use a stand or immersion blender to puree the remaining vegetables, and thicken the liquid. Return the chicken and reserved vegetables to the pot; cover and cook for another half hour before serving. Also during that last half hour, prepare the pasta to desired tenderness; place a serving into bowl and top with sauce, chicken and some vegetables.

1591

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

180

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 large plum tomatoes, chopped, 1 large red onion, chopped, 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and julienned, 1/2 cup flour, divided in half, and more.

Yes, Chicken Perket Aka Croatian Chicken Stew 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.

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Chicken Perket Aka Croatian Chicken Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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