Chicken, Country Ham & Peas

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Comforting fricassee with salty ham, sweet peas, and a rich creamy sauce
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This comforting dish brings together tender fricassee chicken with the savory punch of country ham and the sweet freshness of peas. The sauce is a delicate balance of creamy milk and aromatic cloves, creating a rich, home-style flavor profile that feels both elegant and nostalgic. It&# 226;€™s a perfect weeknight dinner that comes together quickly, offering a hearty meal without the fuss. The combination of textures—soft chicken, crisp-tender peas, and chunky ham—makes every bite satisfying. Serve it over rice or pasta for a complete, family-friendly plate that everyone will love. It’s a wonderful way to use leftover chicken or a quick batch of cooked pieces.

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Chicken, Country Ham & Peas

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 59.8

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This comforting dish brings together tender fricassee chicken with the savory punch of country ham and the sweet freshness of peas. The sauce is a delicate balance of creamy milk and aromatic cloves, creating a rich, home-style flavor profile that feels both elegant and nostalgic. It&# 226;€™s a perfect weeknight dinner that comes together quickly, offering a hearty meal without the fuss. The combination of textures—soft chicken, crisp-tender peas, and chunky ham—makes every bite satisfying. Serve it over rice or pasta for a complete, family-friendly plate that everyone will love. It’s a wonderful way to use leftover chicken or a quick batch of cooked pieces.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare or defrost the batch of fricassee chicken according to package or previous recipe instructions.
  3. Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer in a covered casserole dish or Dutch oven.
  4. Place the covered dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes to heat through.
  5. While the chicken bakes, combine the fricassee sauce, milk, and ground cloves in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  6. Bring the sauce mixture to a boil, then immediately remove from heat.
  7. Pour the hot liquid through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean bowl to remove the cloves, then return the strained liquid to a clean saucepan.
  8. Add the diced country ham and frozen peas to the saucepan.
  9. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid thickens enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon.
  10. Remove the chicken from the oven and pour the hot ham and pea sauce evenly over the chicken pieces.
  11. Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  12. Transfer the chicken and sauce to a serving platter or deep bowl.
  13. Sprinkle with chopped parsley for garnish.
  14. Serve warm alongside pasta or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 59.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.0g5%
Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
Cholesterol 22.2mg8%
Sodium 20.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 6.8g14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, country ham, peas, fricassee, comfort food, weeknight dinner, creamy sauce, ham and peas, chicken casserole, easy dinner, family meal, leftover chicken
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