Mary Berry One-Pot Chicken

This easy Mary Berry One-Pot Chicken is a delicious, nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights. It features tender chicken cooked with vibrant vegetables in a rich sauce, making it both simple and satisfying. You can easily swap in your favorite ingredients for added flexibility, ensuring a delightful dish every time!

This One-Pot Chicken Recipe Is From Makes It Easy Cookbook by Mary Berry

Ingredients Needed:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large fennel bulb, thinly sliced
• 1 red pepper, deseeded and diced
• 3 large garlic cloves, finely grated
• 100ml white wine (3½ fl oz)
• 1 x 400g tin chopped tomatoes
• 2 tbsp sun-dried tomato paste
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 small whole chicken (about 1.25kg or 2lb 12oz)
• 5 bay leaves
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tbsp runny honey
• Salt and black pepper to taste

How To Cook One-Pot Chicken:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C Fan) or Gas Mark 6.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a deep lidded casserole or large ovenproof frying pan over high heat. Add the sliced onion, fennel, and diced red pepper, frying for about 3–4 minutes while stirring regularly. Add the grated garlic and fry for an additional 30 seconds.
3. Add Wine and Tomatoes: Pour in the white wine and boil until it reduces by half. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, sun-dried tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce, seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
4. Prepare the Chicken: Place the whole chicken upside down on a board. Remove the backbone by cutting along either side with scissors, then turn it over and press down on the breastbone to flatten it into a spatchcock shape. Arrange the lemon slices and bay leaves over the chicken.
5. Cook the Chicken: Position the chicken, breast-side up, on top of the vegetable mixture in the casserole or frying pan. Season the chicken, bring the mixture to a boil, then cover with a lid and transfer to the preheated oven for about 35 minutes.
6. Finish Cooking: Remove the lid, sprinkle paprika over the chicken, and drizzle with runny honey. Return the chicken to the oven uncovered and cook for a further 30 minutes to brown and finish cooking.
7. Serve: Spoon the vegetables onto a hot platter. Joint or carve the chicken and arrange it on top of the vegetables.

Recipe Tips

• Choose the Right Chicken: For the best flavor and tenderness, use a high-quality, free-range chicken. This will enhance the dish’s taste.
• Spatchcock Carefully: When flattening the chicken, make sure to cut the backbone out cleanly. This helps the chicken cook evenly and quickly.
• Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh herbs and vegetables add more flavor. If possible, use fresh garlic, onions, and seasonal vegetables for the best results.
• Adjust Seasoning: Taste the vegetable sauce before adding the chicken. Adjust the salt and pepper to your preference to enhance the dish’s overall flavor.
• Rest the Chicken: After cooking, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, making the meat more juicy and flavorful.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Transfer leftover One-Pot Chicken to an airtight container and store it in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: If you want to freeze leftover One-Pot Chicken, let it cool down first, then place it in a freezer-safe container. Make sure it’s sealed well. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. To thaw, move it to the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Reheating: Microwave leftover One-Pot Chicken on medium power until hot throughout, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes. Alternatively, reheat in an oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes. Ensure it reaches 165°F inside for safety.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving (387g)

• Calories: 390
• Total Fat: 21g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 83mg
• Sodium: 673mg
• Potassium: 1087mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 21g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 29g

Try More Mary Berry Recipes:

• Mary Berry Chicken Tartiflette
• Mary Berry Hoisin Chicken
• Mary Berry Mediterranean Chicken Thighs
• Mary Berry Sticky Chicken
• Mary Berry Chicken and Asparagus Fricassee