President Obama Stew (Chicken Casserole) From 'My I

Name: President Obama Stew (Chicken Casserole) From 'My Irish Table'
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 1/2-pound) chicken; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 large yellow onion, very coarsely chopped; 6 carrots, peeled and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch coins; 6 celery stalks, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-inch dice; 20 cloves garlic, crushed and coarsely chopped; 1 (28-ounce) can whole plum tomatoes (preferably San Marzano), coarsely chopped, and their juices; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 large fresh bay leaves; 1 serrano chile, coarsely chopped, with seeds; 4 cups chicken stock; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves; Leaves from 1 large bunch fresh basil (1 cup loosely packed), coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

1 (3 1/2-pound) chicken
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 large yellow onion, very coarsely chopped
6 carrots, peeled and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch coins
6 celery stalks, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-inch dice
20 cloves garlic, crushed and coarsely chopped
1 (28-ounce) can whole plum tomatoes (preferably San Marzano), coarsely chopped, and their juices
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 large fresh bay leaves
1 serrano chile, coarsely chopped, with seeds
4 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
Leaves from 1 large bunch fresh basil (1 cup loosely packed), coarsely chopped

1
Cut the chicken into 14 pieces, making 6 breast pieces, 2 drumsticks, 2 thighs, and 4 wing joints. Season them well with salt.
2
In a large slope-sided saute pan over high heat, heat the canola oil until it shimmers. Arrange all of the chicken evenly in the pan skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes, until golden brown. The pieces should release easily from the bottom of the pan; if they don't, let them brown longer until they do. Transfer the pieces to a flameproof casserole, arranging them skin-side up.
3
Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the saute pan, stirring to combine them. Sweat the vegetables for 4 to 5 minutes, until they are translucent but still a bit firm. As they cook and water releases from them, use a flat-edged wooden spatula to deglaze the pan by scraping up the brown bits from the bottom. Stir in the garlic and then the tomatoes and flour and cook for 2 minutes. Add the bay leaves, serrano chile, chicken stock, thyme, and rosemary.
4
Transfer the vegetable mixture to the casserole. Bring to a boil, then decrease the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer slowly for 45 to 60 minutes, until the chicken and vegetables are very tender. Remove the stew from the heat. Taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper if you like. Stir in the basil leaves at the last
5
second before serving. The stew can be made a day before and gently
6
reheated on the stove or in a 300u00b0F oven for 30 to 40 minutes.

679

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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

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3 1/2-pound) chicken, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 large yellow onion, very coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, President Obama Stew (Chicken Casserole) From 'My Irish Table' 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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President Obama Stew (Chicken Casserole) From 'My Irish Table'

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