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Savory Herbed Chicken in a Pot

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This traditional Chicken in a Pot offers a masterclass in efficiency and flavor. By simmering a whole chicken alongside a colorful array of garden vegetables, you create a rich, golden bouillon that infuses the meat with incredible moisture.

Ingredients

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3.5 pound whole chicken, cut into eight pieces

2 tablespoons olive oil

2.5 cups water

2 cubes chicken bouillon

8 medium potatoes, quartered

8 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds

4 stalks celery, sliced into batons

0.5 large yellow onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, finely minced

Sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to three hundred fifty Fahrenheit.

2. Heat olive oil in a heavy Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

3. Season chicken with salt and pepper; brown for 8 to 10 minutes.

4. Add potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic around the chicken.

5. Crumble bouillon cubes over the top and pour in the water.

6. Bring to a rolling boil on the stovetop.

7. Secure the lid and transfer to the preheated oven.

8. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until vegetables are tender.

9. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Dry the chicken skin completely before searing for better browning.

Use a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven for even heat distribution.

Ensure vegetables are cut into uniform sizes for even cooking.

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