Ingredients

5 lbs whole stewing chicken or 5 lbs roasting chickens
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 lb piece bacon
2 leeks
1 cup diced carrot
2 tablespoons flour
3 cups coarsely shredded cabbage
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon fines herbes
Welsh Whole Chicken stew (Ffowlin Cymreig) is a traditional Welsh dish made with a whole chicken cooked with bacon, leeks, cabbage, and carrots. It is a hearty and flavorful meal ideal for a cozy dinner on a cold night. The dish is low in calories, filling, and a good source of nutrients. The cooking process is easy, and it can be made in a Dutch oven, making it a convenient meal to prepare.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Salt chicken and place it inside a Dutch oven or casserole. Cut bacon into small pieces and scatter over the chicken.
3.Clean and slice leeks, and place on top of the bacon. Add in diced carrots, shredded cabbage, flour, black pepper, fines herbes, and chicken stock.
4.Sprinkle chopped parsley on top. Cover the Dutch oven and bake for 2 to 2 1/2 hours until the chicken is well cooked.

PROS

This Welsh chicken stew is nutritious, flavorful, and perfect for a winter evening dinner with loved ones.

It can be easily made in a Dutch oven or casserole, making it a convenient meal to prepare.

CONS

This stew requires some time to prepare and cook so it may not be ideal for busy weeknights.

The chicken may be high in calories and fat, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Welsh Whole Chicken Stew is rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The carrots and cabbage provide antioxidants, and the chicken contains amino acids that are essential for a healthy body and immune system.

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