Description
Hearty Amish chicken brings rustic comfort straight from Pennsylvania’s farmland kitchens, promising rich, wholesome flavors that connect generations. Home cooks love this traditional recipe’s simple ingredients and tender, homestyle preparation that warms hearts and satisfies hunger.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Ingredients:
- 6–8 pieces of chicken (thighs, drumsticks, or breasts), cleaned
Coating and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons paprika
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 1/2 cups water
Instructions
- Meticulously coat each chicken piece with a seasoned flour blend, combining flour, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika in a shallow dish. Thoroughly dredge the chicken, ensuring an even, light dusting while shaking off excess coating.
- Prepare a baking dish by applying a thin layer of butter or oil, then lightly sprinkle remnant seasoned flour across the bottom. Position chicken pieces skin-side up, arranging them with slight separation to promote even cooking.
- Create a delicate cream sauce by whisking heavy whipping cream and water until smoothly integrated. Gently cascade this mixture over the prepared chicken, ensuring complete and uniform coverage across all pieces.
- Calibrate the oven to 350°F (175°C), allowing it to fully preheat. Transfer the prepared chicken to the oven and roast for approximately 90 minutes, monitoring the progression of golden-brown coloration and sauce thickening.
- Once removed from the oven, allow the chicken to rest momentarily, permitting juices to redistribute and sauce to stabilize. Plate the chicken, accompanied by its rich, creamy gravy, complemented by traditional side dishes that enhance the meal’s rustic appeal.
Notes
- Crisp Coating Technique: Shake off excess flour thoroughly to achieve a light, even coating that won’t become soggy during baking.
- Cream Mixture Trick: Use room temperature cream and water for more consistent blending and even distribution over the chicken.
- Low-Fat Adaptation: Swap heavy cream with Greek yogurt or half-and-half to reduce calories while maintaining a creamy texture.
- Herb Enhancement: Sprinkle fresh thyme or rosemary before baking to add depth and aromatic complexity to the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg