One Pot Irish Chicken Recipe
Are you looking for an easy dinner? This One Pot Irish Chicken Recipe is perfect. It's simple to make.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 large carrots chopped
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 1 large onion chopped
- 4 medium potatoes peeled and quartered
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Brown the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in your pot. Medium-high heat is best. Add chicken thighs. Brown them for 3-4 minutes per side. They should be golden. Remove chicken from the pot. Set aside for now.
Sauté Vegetables
- Add carrots, celery, and onion to the pot. Cook until soft. This takes about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Add Potatoes and Broth
- Stir in the quartered potatoes. Pour in the chicken broth. Add dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Simmer the Stew
- Reduce heat to low. Return chicken to the pot. Cover and simmer. Cook for 20-25 minutes. Chicken should be cooked through. Potatoes should be tender.
Finish with Cream and Peas
- Stir in frozen peas. Pour in the heavy cream. Cook for another 5 minutes. The sauce will thicken slightly.
Serve and Enjoy
- Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot. This is a complete meal. No extra sides needed.
Notes
- Use good quality chicken broth.
- This adds flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pot.
- Brown chicken in batches if needed.
- Cut vegetables evenly.
- They will cook at the same rate.
- Fresh herbs are always a plus.
- Try fresh thyme too.
- Adjust seasonings to your taste.
- Taste before serving.