This hearty chicken and
white bean stew makes a great one dish dinner. A hint of balsamic
vinegar and rosemary add distinction to this simple stew.
Chicken With
Garlic, Rosemary and White Beans Stew
2 pounds bone-in, skinless
chicken pieces
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 (10-ounce) package pearl onions, peeled and halved
3 carrots, peeled and diced
5 cloves garlic, minced
4 ounces Canadian bacon, diced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 cup dry white wine
2 (15-ounce) cans great Northern or cannellini beans, rinsed
and drained
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 (14.5-ounce) can chicken broth
- In a large, heavy pot heat the olive oil
over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown on all sides. Add
pearl onions, carrots, garlic and Canadian bacon; sauté
until onions are lightly browned. Stir in balsamic vinegar and
white wine; bring to a boil and then simmer over medium-low heat
until the liquid is reduced by about one third. Stir in beans,
rosemary and chicken broth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Bring back to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover and let cook
for 20 minutes.
- Ladle into large bowls and serve with
rustic bread and salad.
Makes 4 servings.
Recipe: Courtesy of the
National Chicken Council.
