Country Captain Recipe

Name: Country Captain
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 each hen; 2 each bay leaves; 2 each celery stalks sliced; 2 large onions chopped; 2 large green chili peppers cored, chopped; 2 each garlic cloves peeled and crushed; ⅓ cup parsley leaves minced; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon thyme crumbled; 1/4 teaspoon cloves ground; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 cans tomatoes

Servings: persons

1 each hen
2 each bay leaves
2 each celery stalks sliced
2 large onions chopped
2 large green chili peppers cored, chopped
2 each garlic cloves peeled and crushed
⅓ cup parsley leaves minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme crumbled
1/4 teaspoon cloves ground
2 teaspoons salt
2 cans tomatoes

1
REMOVE ALL BODY FAT from the cavity of the bird, then place the bird and giblets in a large kettle.
2
Add the bay leaves, celery and water, cover, and simmer 10-to-15 minutes; remove the liver and reserve.
3
Re-cover the chicken and simmer 1-to-1 1/2 hours or until tender.
4
Lift the chicken from the kettle and cool, strain the stock and reserve.
5
In the same kettle, stir-fry the onions, green peppers and garlic in the oil 8-to-10 minutes over moderate heat until the onions are golden.
6
Add all remaining ingredients except the almonds and simmer, uncovered, 45 minutes, stirring now and then.
7
Meanwhile, skin the chicken, remove the meat from the bones, and cut in bite-sized pieces; also dice the giblets and reserved liver.
8
Add the chicken, giblets and liver to the kettle and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.

162

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Protein

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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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 each hen, 2 each bay leaves, 2 each celery stalks sliced, 2 large onions chopped, and more.

Yes, Country Captain 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!

Country Captain

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