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One-Pot Chicken Perloo
Ingredients
- 1whole chicken
patted dry
- 1 tsp.black pepper
plus more for garnish
- 3 ½ tsp.kosher salt
divided
- 2 tbsp.vegetable oil
- 1medium-size yellow onion
chopped, about 11/2 cups
- 3 mediumcelery stalks
chopped, about 1 cup
- 1medium-size green bell pepper
chopped, 1 cup
- 1can diced tomatoes
undrained
- 2 tbsp.minced garlic
from 6 cloves
- 8 oz.smoked turkey neck pieces
- 5thyme sprigs
plus leaves for garnish
- 2fresh or dried bay leaves
- 1 ¼ cuncooked jasmine rice
rinsed
- thinly sliced scallions
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F. Sprinkle chicken evenly with black pepper and 2 1/2 teaspoons salt. Set aside at room temperature.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high. Add onion, celery, green bell pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften, about 8 minutes. Add tomatoes with juices and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until all liquid is evaporated and mixture begins to caramelize, 10 to 12 minutes.
- 3
Pour 1 1/4 cups water into pot, scraping up any brown bits from bottom of pot. Nestle chicken, breast side up, into pot. Arrange smoked turkey neck, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves around chicken, making sure turkey pieces are fully submerged; bring to a simmer over high. Cover and transfer pot to oven. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into inner thigh of chicken registers 160°F, about 40 minutes.
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply flavorful, comforting meal that comes together effortlessly? This One-Pot Chicken Perloo delivers an authentic taste of Southern heritage with the ease of a single pot, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend gathering.
This traditional Gullah Geechee-inspired dish shines through its simple, yet effective, layering of flavors. The use of a whole chicken combined with savory smoked turkey neck pieces creates an incredibly rich broth, infusing every grain of rice with a profound, savory depth you just can't get from store-bought broth alone. It’s a true celebration of comforting, slow-cooked taste in one convenient pot.
You'll discover a hearty and incredibly aromatic dish, where tender, succulent chicken pieces mingle with perfectly cooked jasmine rice. Each spoonful offers a harmonious blend of savory notes from the chicken and smoked turkey, brightened by the sweetness of diced tomatoes and the earthy undertones of bell pepper, celery, and onion. The fragrant thyme and bay leaves infuse the entire dish with a warm, inviting aroma, creating a truly satisfying and wholesome experience. It's the kind of substantial, soul-satisfying meal that warms you from the inside out.
While this recipe features a whole chicken, you could easily substitute other cuts like bone-in chicken thighs for convenience. For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the black pepper for a gentle kick. You can also experiment with different aromatic vegetables; leeks could offer a milder alternative to some of the onion, if desired.
This substantial One-Pot Chicken Perloo is a complete meal on its own, ideal for feeding a family or a small crowd. Serve it directly from the pot, garnished generously with fresh scallions and a final sprinkle of black pepper for a vibrant finish.