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Traditional Irish One-Pot Chicken Dinner

A comforting and hearty one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, smoky bacon, and wholesome vegetables, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (Bone-in, skin-on preferred)
  • 4 strips Bacon (Can use turkey bacon as a lighter option)
  • 1 head Cabbage (Can substitute with kale or Swiss chard)
  • 4 medium Potatoes (Can swap for sweet potatoes if desired)
  • 1 large Onion (Shallots or leeks can be used instead)
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock (Vegetable stock can be used for vegetarian version)
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (Adjust according to spice preference)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the bacon strips and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside on paper towels to drain.
  3. Sear the chicken thighs, skin side down first, until golden brown—about 5-6 minutes. Flip them over and sear the other side for about 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  4. Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Add the chopped cabbage, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the potatoes followed by the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
  3. Return the chicken to the pot, scraping any browned bits from the bottom for added flavor. Crumble the bacon on top.
  4. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the potatoes are tender.
Serving
  1. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting aroma wafting through your home!

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in spices and olive oil for a few hours before cooking. Adjust seasonings to taste. Use bone-in chicken thighs for juiciness.