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One Pot Irish Chicken

One Pot Irish Chicken: Comforting Hearty Flavor in One Pan

One Pot Irish Chicken is a hearty, comforting meal perfect for autumn evenings, combining chicken, bacon, potatoes, and cabbage in a single pan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken can swap with beef or lamb
For the Bacon
  • 4 slices bacon can omit for a lighter dish
For the Vegetables
  • 1 head cabbage can substitute with kale
  • 4 medium potatoes sweet potatoes can be used
  • 1 medium onion shallots can be used as a substitute
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon thyme fresh thyme can enhance flavor
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder fresh garlic can elevate flavor
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare your cast-iron skillet.
  2. Mix together thyme, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a dry rub.
  3. Coat chicken pieces with the dry rub. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
  4. In a cast-iron skillet, cook the bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  5. Sauté sliced onions in the bacon fat until golden. Add potatoes and cabbage; cook until slightly tender.
  6. Nestle the seasoned chicken pieces into the vegetable mixture. Top with crispy bacon.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast the chicken for about 30-40 minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving directly from the skillet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Using a cast-iron skillet provides even heat distribution. Adjust cooking times if substituting chicken for beef or lamb.

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