Somerset chicken recipe

Somerset Chicken recipe

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Introducing the tantalizing Somerset chicken recipe, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a medley of flavors. This recipe is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its roots in the picturesque county of Somerset, England, this dish showcases the region's rich culinary heritage. The combination of succulent chicken, fragrant herbs, and a creamy sauce creates a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave your taste buds longing for more.

Keywords: Somerset chicken, tender, flavors, creamy sauce, and crowd-pleaser.

somerset chicken recipe details

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Ingredients

1	chicken, jointed
50 g	butter
1	onion, peeled and diced
30 g	flour
430 ml	milk
140 ml	dry cider (Somerset cider)
115 g	freshly grated Cheddar cheese
1 tsp	mustard
	salt and pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C.

In a frying pan melt half of the butter then lightly sauté the chicken pieces. Transfer into a casserole dish and roast for approximately 45 minutes.

In the meantime melt the remaining butter in a saucepan and sauté the onion gently until soft and transparent. Stir in the flour and cook stirring for 2-3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the milk and cider gradually. Bring to the boil, stirring, and cook until the sauce thickens. Cook stirring for 2-3 minutes, remove from the heat and stir in 3/4 of the cheese. Season to taste with salt, pepper and mustard.

Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Heat the grill of your oven and place the casserole under the grill until golden brown.

Serve with green vegetables and potatoes in their jackets.

Preparation time:
ca. 30 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 1 hr
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a