One Pot Irish Chicken: Hearty Comfort in Every Bite

One Pot Irish Chicken is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and flavorful vegetables in a single pan.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Irish

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 lb chicken Tender chunks of chicken
4 oz bacon Crispy texture; consider turkey bacon as a lighter option

For the Vegetables

1 head cabbage Chopped; can substitute with kale
2 lb potatoes Use waxy varieties like Yukon Gold
1 large onion Yellow or white onions preferred

For Seasoning

1 tbsp thyme Fresh preferred; dried works as well
1 tbsp smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used for milder taste
1 tsp garlic powder For flavor depth
1 tsp onion powder Enhances flavor
to taste salt
to taste pepper

Equipment

large oven-safe pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Layer the chicken pieces at the bottom of a large oven-safe pot, followed by the bacon, potatoes, and cabbage.
Sprinkle the mixture with thyme, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat.
Roast in the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour until the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and vegetables are tender.
Let the dish rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Serve in bowls, optionally with soda bread or a side salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best texture, brown the bacon before adding other ingredients. Adjust cooking time if using different cuts of chicken.

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