This robust Southern-style stew, often mistakenly called a salad due to its vegetable-heavy composition, is a comforting one-pot meal perfect for chilly evenings. It features tender poached chicken and rabbit simmered with a ham bone for deep, savory flavor. The broth is loaded with fresh garden vegetables including corn, lima beans, potatoes, cabbage, and tomatoes. The result is a thick, hearty consistency with a balance of sweet corn and tangy tomatoes. It is an ideal dish for family dinners, potlucks, or when you need a warming, protein-packed meal that tastes like home.
Chicken Salad
Description
This robust Southern-style stew, often mistakenly called a salad due to its vegetable-heavy composition, is a comforting one-pot meal perfect for chilly evenings. It features tender poached chicken and rabbit simmered with a ham bone for deep, savory flavor. The broth is loaded with fresh garden vegetables including corn, lima beans, potatoes, cabbage, and tomatoes. The result is a thick, hearty consistency with a balance of sweet corn and tangy tomatoes. It is an ideal dish for family dinners, potlucks, or when you need a warming, protein-packed meal that tastes like home.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the chicken in a large stockpot and cover with water.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and poach the chicken until cooked through, about 40-50 minutes.
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Add the quartered rabbit to the pot and simmer for an additional 35-45 minutes until tender.
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Remove the chicken and rabbit from the pot and set aside to cool. Reserve the stock.
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Once cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones and chop into bite-sized pieces.
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Return the chopped chicken and rabbit to the stockpot.
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Add the ham bone, sliced onions, chopped celery, carrots, and sliced cabbage.
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Stir in garlic, marjoram, bay leaves, and cayenne pepper if using.
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Add the chopped tomatoes with their juice and bring the mixture to a boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes to meld the flavors.
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Add the lima beans, chopped potatoes, and corn to the pot.
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Bring back to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Remove the ham bone and discard.
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Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Stir in fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 846.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.9g17%
- Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
- Cholesterol 12.0mg4%
- Sodium 525.3mg22%
- Total Carbohydrate 185.5g62%
- Dietary Fiber 45.1g181%
- Sugars 36.1g
- Protein 36.1g73%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.