Waterzooi de Poulet Recipe

Name: Waterzooi de Poulet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 carrots, peeled and diced; 2 leeks, chopped, rinsed and dried; 2 all-purpose potatoes, peeled and diced; Salt and white pepper; 6 cups chicken stock or broth; 1 fresh bay leaf or 2 leaves dried; 4 sprigs fresh parsley, plus a handful chopped for garnish; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 8 ounces; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 large egg yolk; Crusty baguette, warmed, for passing

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 leeks, chopped, rinsed and dried
2 all-purpose potatoes, peeled and diced
Salt and white pepper
6 cups chicken stock or broth
1 fresh bay leaf or 2 leaves dried
4 sprigs fresh parsley, plus a handful chopped for garnish
4 sprigs fresh thyme
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 8 ounces
1 cup heavy cream
1 large egg yolk
Crusty baguette, warmed, for passing

1
In a deep pot over moderate heat melt butter and saute the vegetables for 5 minutes.
2
Season with salt and white pepper.
3
Tie together bay, parsley and thyme and add to the pot with stock or broth.
4
Cover the pot and raise heat to bring liquid to a boil.
5
Add chicken to the pot, cover and reduce heat to medium low.
6
Poach the chicken 10 minutes.
7
Uncover the pot.
8
Remove chicken and slice.
9
Whisk cream and egg together.
10
Add a ladle of cooking broth to cream and egg to temper it.
11
Stir cream and egg mixture into the waterzooi and stir constantly for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken.
12
Add chicken back to the pot along with chopped parsley.
13
Adjust seasoning.
14
Ladle waterzooi into warm shallow bowls and serve with crusty baguette for dipping.

1116

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

149

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 carrots, peeled and diced, 2 leeks, chopped, rinsed and dried, 2 all-purpose potatoes, peeled and diced, and more.

Yes, Waterzooi de Poulet 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Waterzooi de Poulet

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Variations & substitutions

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