Today, I’m sharing my favorite Consomme Chicken recipe. It’s a simple yet delicious dish that’s perfect for a comforting meal at home. This recipe is easy to prepare and the result is a flavorful, satisfying dish that the whole family will love. Let’s get started!
Ingredients
- chicken parts
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can consomme
- 2 c. rice
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Cooking Method
- Add enough liquid to chicken soup and consomme to make 4 cups of water.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook at 350° for 1 hour.
Calorie: 600
Total cooking time:1 hour
Difficulty level: Easy
Chicken Run: My Consomme Chicken Caper
So there I was, staring at a motley crew of chicken parts, a can of cream of chicken soup, a can of consomme, two cups of rice, and an array of seasonings. It was like a culinary puzzle waiting to be solved. And who better to solve it than yours truly?
The Ingredients: A Humble Huddle
The chicken parts, probably wondering what their fate was, looked back at me with an air of resignation. The cream of chicken soup, snug in its can, seemed indifferent. The consomme, however, had an aura of mystery and intrigue. It was my first time using it and I was excited to see what this broth would bring to the table. As for the rice, salt, and pepper, they were the reliable sidekicks, always ready to jump in when needed.
The Preparation: A Mystery Unfolds
My first task was to add enough liquid to the chicken soup and consomme to make 4 cups of water. This was like a math problem from high school, albeit a delicious one. The result was a velvety concoction that had a tantalizing aroma. It was like a comforting hug in a pot. I seasoned it with salt and pepper, eyeballing the quantities like a seasoned (pun intended) chef.
The Cooking: As the Pot Simmers
Then came the moment of truth. I placed the pot in the oven, set the temperature to 350°, and waited. The suspense was killing me. Would the chicken parts and consomme form a harmonious union? Would the rice absorb all the flavors and become a culinary superstar? Or would I end up with a pot of disappointment?
The Revelation: The Chicken and the Rice
An hour later, the oven timer sounded like a trumpet heralding the arrival of a king. I opened the oven door, and the rich aroma that wafted out was heavenly. It was like being invited to a feast in a medieval castle – minus the jousting, of course.
The chicken parts had transformed into tender morsels of goodness. The consomme had worked its magic, infusing the chicken with a depth of flavor that was truly remarkable. The cream of chicken soup had lent a velvety texture to the broth, making every spoonful a culinary delight. As for the rice, it was the real hero of the dish. It had absorbed all the flavors and was now a delicious sidekick no more, but a main player on the stage!
The Aftermath: A Meal to Remember
As I sat down to enjoy my consomme chicken, I couldn’t help but marvel at the journey we’d taken together, from a huddle of ingredients to a pot of deliciousness. It was a testament to the magic of cooking, where simple ingredients can be transformed into something wonderful.
So, if you find yourself staring at a random assortment of ingredients, don’t despair. Embrace the challenge, put on your apron, and start cooking. After all, as I’ve discovered, consomme chicken may just be the start of a beautiful culinary friendship.
And that, my friends, is the story of my consomme chicken caper. Happy cooking!
