Milk-Braised Shredded Chicken Recipe

Name: Milk-Braised Shredded Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 chicken drumsticks; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 cups whole milk; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 4 cups chicken stock; 4 toasted slices country-style bread; Flat leaf parsley

Servings: persons

6 chicken drumsticks
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 cups chicken stock
4 toasted slices country-style bread
Flat leaf parsley

1
Season the chicken with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
2
In a 5-to 6-quart crock pot, heat the butter over high heat until hot.
3
Sear the chicken, turning, until browned, 6 to 8 minutes total.
4
Sprinkle the flour over the chicken and stir to coat.
5
Stir in the milk, onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
6
Simmer the stew on low, covered, until the meat is very tender, about 5 hours.
7
Shred the chicken, discarding the bone and skin, if desired, then stir together with the cooking liquid.
8
Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve over toasted bread, sprinkled with the parsley leaves.

841

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 chicken drumsticks, Kosher salt, Freshly ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Milk-Braised Shredded Chicken 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.

Milk-Braised Shredded Chicken

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