Chicken With Calvados Crock Pot

This recipe is based on one from lou seibert pappas’ cookbook, extra-special crockery pot recipes. She says, “the normandy section of france is noted for this succulent chicken entrée. It calls for apply brandy, a specialty of the region.” this is absolutely fantastic served over rice, pasta or with a crusty bread.

Steps

Wash chicken.

Cut into serving pieces.

Pat dry with paper towels.

Heat large frying pan over medium heat , add butter , and saut chicken until nicely browned.

Season with salt and pepper.

Pour calvados over chicken.

Carefully ignite using either a long wooden match or long-barreled butane lighter.

Spoon pan juices over chicken while flaming.

Remove chicken and pan juices to crockery pot.

In medium bowl combine chicken stock base , parsley , herbs and wine.

Pour over chicken.

Cover.

Cook on low 6 to 8 hours.

Remove chicken to heated platter.

Turn heat to high.

Blend arrowroot with water.

Stir into pan juices.

Cook on high until mixture thicken and boils.

Stir in cream.

Heat to serving temperature.

Ingredients

broiler-fryer chicken, butter, salt, pepper, calvados, chicken base, parsley, fresh herbs, dry white wine, arrowroot, water, heavy cream