This comforting Chicken Francais is a one-pan wonder that blends savory ham strips with tender chicken pieces in a deeply flavored tomato and spice sauce. The unique combination of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of Tabasco creates a complex, warming profile that feels both exotic and homey. Carrots add a touch of sweetness and texture, soaking up the delicious juices. It’s an excellent choice for a cozy family dinner or when you want to serve something hearty without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it over hot rice to soak up every last drop of the flavorful sauce.
Chicken Francais
Description
This comforting Chicken Francais is a one-pan wonder that blends savory ham strips with tender chicken pieces in a deeply flavored tomato and spice sauce. The unique combination of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of Tabasco creates a complex, warming profile that feels both exotic and homey. Carrots add a touch of sweetness and texture, soaking up the delicious juices. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for a cozy family dinner or when you want to serve something hearty without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it over hot rice to soak up every last drop of the flavorful sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat the corn oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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Pat the chicken pieces dry and brown them on all sides until golden; remove chicken and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium and add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet; sauté until softened and golden.
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Stir in the undrained tomatoes, ham strips, chicken broth, Tabasco sauce, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
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Return the chicken pieces to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
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Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
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Add the chopped carrots and scallions to the skillet; cover and continue simmering for 10 more minutes, or until chicken and carrots are tender.
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Remove the chicken and vegetables with a slotted spoon and transfer to a serving platter; keep warm.
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Increase heat to high and boil the remaining pan juices uncovered until reduced by half and slightly thickened.
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Spoon the reduced sauce over the chicken and serve immediately with hot cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 247.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14.0g22%
- Saturated Fat 2.6g13%
- Cholesterol 13.6mg5%
- Sodium 381.4mg16%
- Total Carbohydrate 17.0g6%
- Dietary Fiber 6.8g28%
- Sugars 3.9g
- Protein 9.5g19%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
chicken, ham, stew, cinnamon, nutmeg, tomatoes, carrots, garlic, onion, tabasco, spiced, one-pan, dinner, comfort food, savory
