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One Pot Irish Chicken

One Pot Irish Chicken: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

One Pot Irish Chicken is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, smoky bacon, and hearty vegetables in one easy-to-clean pan.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken can substitute with beef or lamb for variety
For the Flavor
  • 6 slices Bacon use turkey bacon for a lighter option
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme consider swapping for rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be used for a punchier flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder adjust according to your taste
For the Vegetables
  • 4 medium Potatoes sweet potatoes can be swapped for a sweeter version
  • 1 cup Cabbage can be replaced with kale or Brussels sprouts
  • 1 medium Onion red or yellow onions work well

Equipment

  • large cast iron pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for One Pot Irish Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine thyme, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder; rub this seasoning blend generously over the chicken pieces.
  3. Cook sliced bacon in medium heat in the cast iron pan until crispy, about 5–7 minutes.
  4. In the same pan, sauté diced onions in the leftover bacon fat for about 3–5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  5. Brown the seasoned chicken in the pan on medium-high for about 5 minutes on each side until golden and crisp.
  6. Layer the chopped potatoes and cabbage around the chicken, sprinkle crispy bacon on top and add salt and pepper.
  7. Roast in the oven for about 25–30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  8. Once cooked, let the One Pot Irish Chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish is a cozy hug in a bowl. Enjoy every savory bite!

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