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Double Crust Chicken Pot Pie – Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen (Video)

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Tender chicken loaded with veggies and surrounded by a creamy sauce, this Double-Crust Chicken Pot Pie is the perfect comfort food! This recipe comes from Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen, and it’s my absolute favorite pot pie recipe!!  You can learn more about Melissa here.  I always make two of them and, once cooled, I slice the second and freeze the slices individually.  This way, we always have a quick hot lunch or even dinner on days when we’ve been at vendor events!!

For this recipe, I use my Deluxe Multi Cooker for the shredded chicken, Lemon Pepper Rub for the seasoning, and my  10” Cast Iron Skillet to bake the pot pie:

Deluxe Multi Cooker

Pressure Cooker, Sous Vide Cooker, Slow Cooker, Yogurt Maker, and Sterilizer

Our pressure cooker offers so many ways to get a delicious meal on the table with minimal effort and perfect results, every time. In addition to quick cooking—fast, flavorful meals cooked up to 70% faster than other methods even from frozen—and no-fuss slow cooking so it does it thing while you’re doing yours, you can sous vide, the secret to restaurant-quality steaks, fish, and more. With sous vide, you pick the temperature, and it cooks to the exact doneness you love, every time! No more undercooked centers and overcooked outsides. After your food reaches your perfect doneness, it can stay put for up to two hours without overcooking, giving you lots of wiggle room for serving. Plus, there is a yogurt function so you can make homemade yogurt with just two ingredients and less than 5 minutes of hands-on time, and you can even sterilize bottles and utensils. All of this without ever turning on the oven!

Confident Cooking

With 16 preprogrammed settings at your fingertips, you can cook everything from meat, rice, and beans to desserts minus the guesswork. Some added features include an indicator that shows at-a-glance progress of preheating, cooking, and warming so you always know the status of what you’re making and two lid rest slots on the back so you can securely rest the lid on the Deluxe Multi Cooker instead of your counter. The steam release button is safely positioned to keep your hands away from any steam and the outside of the unit stays cool even while in use.

Product Details

  • 6-qt. (5.6-L) capacity; 13″ x 15″ x 13″ (33 cm x 38 cm x 33 cm)
  • Includes a stainless-steel inner pot, wire rack, and silicone seal which are all dishwasher-safe, and a cooking guide with recipes and cooking charts.
  • 16 preprogrammed settings: Custom, Sear, Egg, Poultry, Beef/Pork, Seafood, White Rice, Whole Grains, Soup, Beans, Dessert, Steam, Slow Cook, Sous Vide, Yogurt, and Sterilize.
  • Built in carrying handles, hidden cord storage, and an on/off switch.
  • Separate display screen lets you adjust chime volume, brightness, Fahrenheit or Celsius, and adjust for high-altitude cooking if needed.

Lemon Pepper Rub

This tart combination of lemon and black pepper delivers well-balanced flavors to meats, poultry, seafood, pasta, salads and vegetables. 2 oz. Gluten-free.

10” Cast Iron Skillet

This Cast Iron Skillet Is Timeless

Cast iron is a cornerstone of cooking and has a well-deserved place in modern kitchens. It’s meant to be used often, loved forever, and passed down through generations.

Our 10″ skillet comes pre-seasoned, so you can start using it right away on most heat sources. And its natural, nonstick surface gets better and better the more you use it.

The 10″ pan is just right for corn breads and cobblers. Cast iron’s excellent heat retention means that food stays hot and delicious even if not everyone makes it to the table as soon as dinner’s ready. It’s also heat-safe to 650°F so it holds up to searing, sautéing, baking, frying, broiling, grilling, and even campfire cooking. There’s no need to be gentle, metal tools won’t damage it either.

The two, low-profile pour spouts let you easily drain off pan juices whether you’re left- or right-handed. With the cooking traditions and durability of cast iron comes a certain weightiness, but not to worry, our skillet has two handles to help you lift and carry it.

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Let’s jump right in!

Ingredients

  • Two boneless chicken breasts or 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • One cup water for chicken breasts
  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • 1 rib celery diced
  • 3 green onions chopped
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup light cream or half and half
  • 1 ½ teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 1 ½ teaspoons garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
  • ½ teaspoon lemon pepper
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables thawed
  • 14 oz box of refrigerated pie crusts or 2 homemade
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon water

Instructions

Place chicken in Deluxe Multi Cooker with 1 cup water, set to CUSTOM, 10 minutes. Press button to start. Once timer goes off, release pressure and shred chicken. Set aside.

Dice celery and green onions.

Melt butter over medium heat in large skillet.  Add celery and onions, cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. 

Add flour to skillet, stirring constantly for one minute, until fully incorporated.

Add in broth and cream, whisking to combine.  Turn heat to medium-high and bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer.  Add all of the spices, and simmer for 5 minutes. 

Add in the chicken and vegetables and remove from heat.

Preheat oven to 350°F/175⁰C. Brush 10” Cast Iron Skillet with oil.

Roll out one pie crust, and place into the bottom and sides of the cast iron skillet. Add filling to the crust, spreading evenly to cover the bottom crust. 

Place the second crust over the filling, and press the edges of the crust together to seal.

Add one teaspoon of water to egg and beat to combine.  Brush egg wash over top of pie crust. Cut slits into middle of pot pie to allow for venting.

Bake 40-45 minutes until the crust is golden.  Remove from oven, let rest for 10 minutes prior to serving. 

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Double Crust Chicken Pot Pie – Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen (Video)

Tender chicken loaded with veggies and surrounded by a creamy sauce, this Double-Crust Chicken Pot Pie is the perfect comfort food!
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Resting TIme 10 minutes mins
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

Deluxe Multi Cooker
5 Quart Nonstick Saute Pan
10-inch Cast Iron Skillet
Silicone Spoon
8 inch Chefs Knife
Cutting Board
Quick Shred
Lemon Pepper Rub
Easy-Read Measuring Cup Set
1-cup Prep Bowl Set
Baker's Roller
Chefs Silicone Basting Brush
Slice and Serve
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless chicken breasts or 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup water for chicken breasts
  • 5 tbsp butter
  • 1 rib celery diced
  • 3 green onions chopped
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¼ cup light cream or ha;f and half
  • 1.5 tsp poultry seasoning
  • 1.5 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 tsp dried tarragon
  • ½ tsp lemon pepper
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables thawed
  • 14 oz box refrigerated pie crusts (2) or 2 homemade crusts
  • 1 large egg for egg wash
  • 1 tsp water for egg wash
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Instructions
 

  • Place chicken in Deluxe Multi Cooker with 1 cup water, set to CUSTOM, 10 minutes. Press button to start. Once timer goes off, release pressure and shred chicken. Set aside. (If using rotisserie chicken, shred and set aside.)
  • Dice celery and green onions.
  • Melt butter over medium heat in large skillet.  Add celery and onions, cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. 
  • Add flour to skillet, stirring constantly for one minute, until fully incorporated.
  • Add in broth and cream, whisking to combine.  Turn heat to medium-high and bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer.  Add all of the spices, and simmer for 5 minutes. 
  • Add in the chicken and vegetables and remove from heat.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F/175⁰C. Brush 10”Cast Iron Skillet with oil.
  • Roll out one piecrust, and place into the bottom and sides of the cast iron skillet. Add filling to the crust, spreading evenly to cover the bottom crust. 
  • Place the second crust over the filling, and press the edges of the crust together to seal.
  • Add one teaspoon of water to egg and beat to combine. Brush egg wash over top of pie crust. Cut slits into middle of pot pie to allow for venting.
  • Bake 40-45minutes until the crust is golden.  Remove from oven, let rest for 10 minutes prior to serving. 

Notes

You can store any leftovers in a sealed container up to four days or slice into individual pieces to freeze in a freezer safe container or bags up to three months.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 13gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 769mgPotassium: 315mgFiber: 3gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 2713IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 3mg

Nutritional Information Disclaimer:

The provided nutritional information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation. It is offered as a courtesy and may not reflect exact values due to variations in ingredients, cooking methods, and other factors. We recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare professional or nutritionist for precise dietary information.

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April 18, 2023April 12, 2023

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French Onion Chicken (Video)

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Tender chicken smothered in a velvety French onion sauce, topped off with loads of melty cheese, makes this recipe a keeper! I was inspired by a recipe from Delish; however, making it their way, with oil used for the onions and the general cooking time, did not work out for me.  The next time, I switched out the oil for butter, steamed the onions for 5 minutes, then slow cooked them for about 45 minutes, stirring frequently, until they were nicely browned.  I know it takes a bit longer, but it was time well spent for the depth of flavor in the end.

For this recipe, I used my Rapid-Prep Mandoline and my Enameled Cast Iron Skillet with Lid:

Rapid-Prep Mandoline:

Upright Mandoline

Our Rapid-Prep Mandoline lets you safely slice, dice, julienne, and french-fry cut fruits and veggies in seconds. Simply select your cut, adjust its thickness from 8 thickness settings, and get prepping. Our mandoline’s stainless-steel blade cuts through tough veggies, so you can transform a variety of ingredients into beautiful slices.

And, you can cut ingredients with confidence—our mandoline is designed to safely keep hands clear of blades. When you’ve finished prepping, you can store the food chute and food pusher in the food catch tray and fold it flat, though you’ll use it so often, you may want to leave it on your counter!

Enameled Cast Iron Skillet with Lid

Braising Pan and Skillet in One

Meet the perfect combination of skillet and Dutch oven. With a wide cooking surface, shallow sides, and oven-to-table design, whether a busy weeknight or relaxing weekend, you can braise, bake, sauté, simmer, or roast whatever’s on the menu. The self-basting lid adds juices back into whatever you’re cooking for added moisture and flavor.

This classic gray skillet has a light-colored enameled interior, which means you can start using it right away—no seasoning required—and it lets you easily see food browning so you can avoid scorching it. With the durability of cast iron comes a certain weightiness. But not to worry—this skillet has two sturdy handles to help you lift and carry dishes from the oven right to your dinner table. Plus, cast iron’s excellent heat retention means that food stays hot and delicious even if not everyone makes it to the table as soon as dinner’s ready.

Guarantee

  • Lifetime guarantee

Click here to get your Rapid-Prep Mandoline , and here to get your my Enameled Cast Iron Skillet with Lid today. You’ll be glad you did.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large onion thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons freshly chopped thyme
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 ¼ lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1” pieces
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups beef broth
  • 1 cup Gruyere Cheese shredded
  • Flat parsley freshly chopped for garnish

Instructions

Slice onion to about ¼”/6 mm thickness.  Chop garlic, set aside. Shred Gruyere cheese, set aside.

Heat butter over medium heat in cast iron skillet.  Add onions, thyme and salt, stir to combine.  Cover for five minutes.

Remove lid and let onions caramelize until golden brown and jammy over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 45-60 minutes.

Add in garlic, cooking for one minute, or until fragrant.  Remove onion mixture from the skillet to a bowl and wipe the skillet clean.

Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces, and combine with flour and oregano. 

Heat oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat, then add in the chicken.  Cook for 8 minutes, until golden brown and nearly cooked.

Add onion mixture and broth to skillet, stirring to combine.  Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.  Simmer 10 minutes, until chicken is cooked and broth is slightly reduced.

Add Gruyere cheese to skillet, cover and cook an additional two minutes, or until cheese is melted.

Remove from heat, top with parsley and serve immediately.

That’s a wrap! I’d love to hear your thoughts, so please leave a comment below. Your feedback means a lot to me! Together, we’re making kitchen life easier, one Pampered Chef tool at a time.

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French Onion Chicken (Video)

Tender chicken smothered in a velvety French onion sauce, topped off with loads ofmelty cheese, makes this recipe a keeper!
5 from 1 vote
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine French
Servings 4 servings
Calories 441 kcal

Equipment

Rapid-Prep Mandoline
Enameled Cast Iron Skillet with Lid
Adjustable Double Grater
Glass Mixing Bowl Set
Measuring Spoon Set
Mini Mix and Scraper
Silicone Spoon
Food Chopper
1-cup Prep Bowl Set
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Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion large, sliced 1/4"/6mm thick
  • 2 tsp freshly chopped thyme
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1.25 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts ·       cut into 1” pieces
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup Gruyere cheese shredded
  • flat parsley freshly chopped, for garnish
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Instructions
 

  • Slice onion to about ¼”/6 mm thickness.  Chop garlic, set aside. Shred Gruyere cheese, set aside.
  • Heat butter over medium heat in cast iron skillet. Add onions, thyme and salt, stir to combine.  Cover for five minutes.
  • Remove lid and let onions caramelize until golden brown and jammy over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 45-60 minutes.
  • Add in garlic, cooking for one minute, or until fragrant.  Remove onion mixture from the skillet to a bowl and wipe the skillet clean.
  • Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces, and combine with flour and oregano.
  • Heat oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat, then add in the chicken.  Cook for 8 minutes, until golden brown and nearly cooked
  • Add onion mixture and broth to skillet, stirring to combine.  Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.  Simmer 10 minutes, until chicken is cooked and broth is slightly reduced.
  • Add Gruyere cheese to skillet, cover and cook an additional two minutes, or until cheese is melted.
  • Remove from heat, top with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

You can store any leftovers in a sealed container up to four days or freeze in a freezer safe container up to three months.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 441kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 42gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1094mgPotassium: 656mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 670IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 363mgIron: 1mg

Nutritional Information Disclaimer:

The provided nutritional information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation. It is offered as a courtesy and may not reflect exact values due to variations in ingredients, cooking methods, and other factors. We recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare professional or nutritionist for precise dietary information.

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Happy cooking!
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Happy cooking!
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***I am a Pampered Chef Consultant – please contact me when you would like to schedule your virtual or in-person party, fundraiser or wedding shower, or to place an order. If you have any questions about the products you already have, or want some information on starting your own PC business, I can help you with that as well!!***

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Ham and Corn Chowder – Salt and Lavender (Video)

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Creamy and comforting, this Ham and Corn Chowder is chock full of delicious ham, tender potatoes and, of course, sweet corn!  You’ll want to make this recipe time and again, it’s that good! This recipe comes from Natasha over at Salt and Lavender.  You can learn more about Natasha here.  I had leftover ham from my Brown Sugar Honey Ham, and usually make a ham and bean soup, but was all out of beans.  I found this recipe, and oh my goodness – it was so easy to make and really filling.  I will definitely check back in with Natasha, since this recipe was so delicious! 

For this recipe, I used my Enameled Cast Iron Skillet with Lid:

Braising Pan and Skillet in One

Meet the perfect combination of skillet and Dutch oven. With a wide cooking surface, shallow sides, and oven-to-table design, whether a busy weeknight or relaxing weekend, you can braise, bake, sauté, simmer, or roast whatever’s on the menu. The self-basting lid adds juices back into whatever you’re cooking for added moisture and flavor.

This classic gray skillet has a light-colored enameled interior, which means you can start using it right away—no seasoning required—and it lets you easily see food browning so you can avoid scorching it. With the durability of cast iron comes a certain weightiness. But not to worry—this skillet has two sturdy handles to help you lift and carry dishes from the oven right to your dinner table. Plus, cast iron’s excellent heat retention means that food stays hot and delicious even if not everyone makes it to the table as soon as dinner’s ready.

Guarantee

  • Lifetime guarantee

Click here to get your own Enameled Cast Iron Skillet with Lid today.

Let’s jump right in!

Ingredients

  • 4 bacon strips, cut into pieces
  • ½ sweet onion, chopped
  • 2 celery, diced
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups frozen corn
  • 1 pound leftover ham, chopped
  • 12 ounces baby potatoes, cut in half
  • 1/8 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Shredded Cheddar cheese, optional

Instructions

Cut bacon into pieces. Chop onion, dice celery and chop garlic; set aside. 

Cook bacon over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon, set side. 

Turn heat down to medium, add in onion and celery.  Cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.  Add in flour, cook for one minute, stirring constantly, until flour is incorporated.

Add garlic and chicken broth, stirring to combine.

Stir in cream, then add in corn, ham, potatoes, spices, and 2/3 of the bacon.

Bring soup to a boil, then lower heat until soup is gently simmering.  Cook for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Add in shredded cheese, if using.  Serve immediately, topped with the remainder of the bacon.

That’s it!  I hope that you’ll give this a try, and please leave a comment to let me know what you think about this recipe.  I would love to hear from you. Let’s make great food together!

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Ham and Corn Chowder – Salt and Lavender (Video)

Creamy and comforting, this Ham and Corn Chowder is chock full of delicious ham, tender potatoes and, of course, sweet corn!  You’ll want to make this recipe time and again, it’s that good!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

Enameled Cast Iron Skillet with Lid
8 inch Chefs Knife
Cutting Board
Manual Food Processor
Garlic Peeler
Food Chopper
Silicone Spoon
1-cup Prep Bowl Set
3-cup Prep Bowl Set
Easy-Read Measuring Cup Set
Measuring Spoon Set
Silicone Straining Ladle
Italian Seasoning
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Ingredients
  

  • 4 bacon strips cut into pieces
  • ½ sweet onion chopped
  • 2 celery diced
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth or stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups frozen corn
  • 1 lb leftover ham chopped
  • 12 oz baby potatoes cut in half
  • ⅛ tsp Italian seasoning
  • ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper or to taste
  • kosher salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
 

  • Cut bacon into pieces. Chop onion, dice celery and chop garlic; set aside. 
  • Cook bacon over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10minutes. Remove bacon, set aside. 
  • Turn heat down to medium, add in onion and celery.  Cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. 
  • Add in flour, cook for one minute, stirring constantly, until flour is incorporated.
  • Add garlic and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
  • Stir in cream, then add in corn, ham, potatoes, spices, and 2/3 of the bacon.
  • Bring soup to a boil, then lower heat until soup is gently simmering.  Cook for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Add in shredded cheese, if using.  Serve immediately, topped with the remainder of the bacon.

Notes

The original recipe calls for smoked ham.  Our family loves my brown sugar honey ham, so we used that instead.  It gave a hint of delicious sweetness to the overall recipe, but you can use any leftover ham you like. 
You can store any leftovers in a sealed container up to three days or freeze in a freezer safe container up to three months.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 24gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 1606mgPotassium: 786mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 673IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Nutritional Information Disclaimer:

The provided nutritional information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation. It is offered as a courtesy and may not reflect exact values due to variations in ingredients, cooking methods, and other factors. We recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare professional or nutritionist for precise dietary information.

Keyword chowder, ham and corn chowder, pampered chef, soup
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February 28, 2023February 27, 2023

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One Pot Almond Chicken and Rice – Cooking and Beer (Video)

After all of the cooking I did for the holidays, I was searching for a recipe that would be hearty, delicious and, most of all, easy.  I found this one from Justine over at Cooking and Beer, and it did not disappoint!  You can learn more about Justine here.  I definitely plan to head back there, and see what other deliciousness is in store for me!

One change I made to this recipe was that I used split bone-in breasts, because that is what I had on hand, so I only used 4 of them. 

Another was that I used homemade Almond Milk, and I will share that super easy recipe with your very soon. 

For this recipe, I used my Enameled Cast Iron Skillet With Lid:

Braising Pan and Skillet in One

Meet the perfect combination of skillet and Dutch oven. With a wide cooking surface, shallow sides, and oven-to-table design, whether a busy weeknight or relaxing weekend, you can braise, bake, sauté, simmer, or roast whatever’s on the menu. The self-basting lid adds juices back into whatever you’re cooking for added moisture and flavor.

This classic gray skillet has a light-colored enameled interior, which means you can start using it right away—no seasoning required—and it lets you easily see food browning so you can avoid scorching it. With the durability of cast iron comes a certain weightiness. But not to worry—this skillet has two sturdy handles to help you lift and carry dishes from the oven right to your dinner table. Plus, cast iron’s excellent heat retention means that food stays hot and delicious even if not everyone makes it to the table as soon as dinner’s ready.

I LOVE that it has a Lifetime Guarantee, and it’s heat-safe to 500⁰F, so I can move it from the stove directly to the oven.

Click here to get yours today.  You’ll be glad you did. 

Let’s jump right in!!

Ingredients

  • 6-8 bone-in chicken thighs (OR 4 split bone-in chicken breasts)
  • Salt pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 2 cups long grain brown or white rice
  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups Unsweetened Almond Milk
  • 1 cup grated sharp white cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds
  • Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375⁰F.

Dice onion, set aside.

Season chicken with salt and pepper.  Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear chicken, skin-side down, until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.  Remove chicken from pan, set aside.

Turn heat to medium, add onions to pan, sauté for 5 minutes, or until translucent.  Press in garlic, sauté for another minute, until fragrant.

Pour in rice, stirring to incorporate ingredients for one minute.  Pour in broth and almond milk, stirring to combine.  Add chicken back to skillet, and bring to a simmer.  Cover and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and chicken is cooked through.

Meanwhile, grate your cheeses.

Remove skillet from oven, and set chicken aside.  Add cheddar and Parmesan cheeses to the rice, stirring lightly to combine.  Transfer chicken back to the pan, top with sliced almonds and parsley for garnish.  Serve immediately. 

That’s it!   It was honestly easier than I thought, and we will absolutely be making this again very soon.  The almond milk added a depth of flavor that helped to level up this recipe, and cheeses helped to make this a rich and creamy dish.

I hope that you’ll give this a try, and please leave a comment to let me know what you think about this recipe.  I would love to hear from you. Let’s make great food together!

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One Pot Almond Chicken and Rice – Cooking and Beer (Video)

Tender chicken bathed in creamy almond milk and broth makes this One Pot Almond Chicken and Rice an easy and delicious meal to add to your weekly rotation!
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 50 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 768 kcal

Equipment

Enameled Cast Iron Skillet with Lid
8 inch Chefs Knife
Cutting Board
Large Grooved Cutting Board
Salt and Pepper Grinder Set
Garlic Press
Large Chef's Tongs
Silicone Spoon
Easy-Read Measuring Cup Set
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Food Chopper
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Ingredients
  

  • 6-8 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs OR 4 split chicken breasts
  • kosher salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 2 cups long grain brown or white rice
  • 2.5 cups Chicken Stock
  • 1.5 cups Unsweetened Almond Milk
  • 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish
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Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F/190⁰C.
  • Dice onion, set aside.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.  Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear chicken, skin-side down, until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.  Remove chicken from pan, set aside.
  • Turn heat to medium, add onions to pan, sauté for 5 minutes, or until translucent.  Press in garlic, sauté for another minute,until fragrant.
  • Pour in rice, stirring to incorporate ingredients for one minute.  Pour in broth and almond milk, stirring to combine.  Add chicken back to skillet,and bring to a simmer.  Cover and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and chicken is cooked through.
  • Meanwhile, grate your cheeses.
  • Remove skillet from oven, and set chicken aside.  Add cheddar and Parmesan cheeses to the rice, stirring lightly to combine.  Transfer chicken back to the pan, top with sliced almonds and parsley for garnish. Serve immediately. 

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 768kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 39gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 169mgSodium: 596mgPotassium: 553mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 370IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 355mgIron: 2mg

Nutritional Information Disclaimer:

The provided nutritional information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation. It is offered as a courtesy and may not reflect exact values due to variations in ingredients, cooking methods, and other factors. We recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare professional or nutritionist for precise dietary information.

Keyword almonds, chicken, chicken and rice, one pot meals
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January 3, 2023January 3, 2023

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Cranberry-Apple Cobbler With Biscuits – Ahead of Thyme (Video)

The combination of tart cranberries and sweet apples, covered in a homemade buttery biscuit topping makes this recipe from @aheadofthyme the perfect ending to any meal! 

This recipe comes from Sam and Dan over at Ahead of Thyme.  You can learn more about them here.  Such a beautiful family, and what a wonderful recipe!  Please do go and check them out!

My 10″ Cast Iron Skillet was perfect for this recipe!

10″ Cast Iron Skillet

Cast iron is a cornerstone of cooking and has a well-deserved place in modern kitchens. It’s meant to be used often, loved forever, and passed down through generations.

Our 10″ skillet comes pre-seasoned, so you can start using it right away on most heat sources. And its natural, nonstick surface gets better and better the more you use it.

The 10″ pan is just right for corn breads and cobblers. Cast iron’s excellent heat retention means that food stays hot and delicious even if not everyone makes it to the table as soon as dinner’s ready. It’s also heat-safe to 650°F so it holds up to searing, sautéing, baking, frying, broiling, grilling, and even campfire cooking. There’s no need to be gentle, metal tools won’t damage it either.

The two, low-profile pour spouts let you easily drain off pan juices whether you’re left- or right-handed. With the cooking traditions and durability of cast iron comes a certain weightiness, but not to worry, our skillet has two handles to help you lift and carry it.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored and sliced
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Biscuit Topping

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cold butter, cubed
  • ¾ cup heavy cream OR whole milk

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F/180⁰C.

Prepare your 9″-10” cast iron pan by brushing with melted butter (I completely FORGOT this step, but it came out fine anyway). Set aside.

Peel, core and slice apples.  Combine cranberries, apples, brown sugar, flour and vanilla in mixing bowl, stirring until well combined.  Transfer to cast iron pan.

For the biscuit topping:

Add flour, sugar, baking powder and salt to food processor, pulse to combine.  Add in butter, pulsing until butter is lima bean size and mixture is crumbly.  Add cream and pulse just until mixture comes together. 

Use Large Scoop to measure 2 tablespoons per biscuit, press to flatten each biscuit; place over cranberry-apple mixture.

Bake 1 hour, or until cobbler is cooked through and bubbling, and biscuits are golden brown.

The cobbler can be served immediately, or you can cool and serve at room temperature.

That’s it!  This was very easy to put together, and really delicious – especially with a scoop of my homemade vanilla ice cream.  I hope that you’ll give this a try, and please leave a comment to let me know what you think about this recipe.  I would love to hear from you. Let’s make great food together!

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Cranberry-Apple Cobbler With Biscuits – Ahead of Thyme (Video)

The combination of tart cranberries and sweet apples, covered in a homemade buttery biscuit topping makes this recipe from@aheadofthyme the perfect ending to any meal! 
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Course Dessert, Thanksgiving
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 427 kcal

Equipment

10-inch Cast Iron Skillet
4 Quart Plastic Mixing Bowl
Corer
8 inch Chefs Knife
Cutting Board
Large Scoop
Flex+ Multi-Prep Set
Silicone Spoon
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Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored and sliced
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Biscuit Topping

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ cup cold butter, cubed
  • ¾ cup heavy cream OR whole milk
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Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F/180⁰C.
  • Prepare your 10” cast iron pan by brushing with melted butter (I completely FORGOT this step, but it came out fine anyway). Set aside.
  • Peel, core and slice apples.  Combine cranberries, apples, brown sugar,flour and vanilla in mixing bowl, stirring until well combined.  Transfer to cast iron pan.

For the Biscuit Topping

  • Add flour, sugar, baking powder and salt to food processor, pulse to combine.  Add in butter, pulsing until butter is lima bean size and mixture is crumbly.  Add cream and pulse just until mixture comes together. 
  • Use Large Scoop to measure 2tablespoons per biscuit, press to flatten each biscuit; place over cranberry-apple mixture.
  • Bake 1 hour, or until cobbler is cooked through and bubbling, and biscuits are golden brown.

Notes

You can prepare the biscuit topping up to on day ahead, store them in a zip-top container in the refrigerator flat without touching each other, then top your cranberry-apple mixture when ready to bake.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 427kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 56mgSodium: 553mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 4gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 731IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 134mgIron: 2mg

Nutritional Information Disclaimer:

The provided nutritional information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation. It is offered as a courtesy and may not reflect exact values due to variations in ingredients, cooking methods, and other factors. We recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare professional or nutritionist for precise dietary information.

Keyword apple roses, cast iron, cobbler, cranberry sauce, dessert, Thanksgiving
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November 22, 2022November 16, 2022

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