Paula Deen's Country Captain Chicken

A southern classic from the queen herself.

skill level

Easy

time

30-60min

servings

cost

Contributed by : Paula Deen

This classic Southern dish is easy to make and easier to eat!

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ingredients

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step 1

instructions Preheat oven to 350F.
step 2

ingredients 2 Tablespoons Vegetable oil
1 Tablespoon Butter
1 Whole chicken (3.5 lbs.). (Rinsed/patted dry/cut into 8 pieces)
Salt and black pepper

instructions In a large ovenproof skillet, heat the oil and butter over medium-high heat. Lightly sprinkle the chicken all over with salt and black pepper. Add to the skillet, skin side down. Cook, turning once, until browned on both sides, about 8 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
step 3

ingredients 1 Large yellow onion (chopped)
1 Large green bell pepper (chopped)
1 Clove garlic (chopped)
1 Tablespoon Curry powder
1 Can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
1/3 Cup Dried currants

instructions Add the onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and curry powder and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add the tomatoes and currants and bring to a boil. Taste and add some salt and/or black pepper if you think it needs it.
step 4

instructions Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan, skin side up, and transfer to the oven. Bake, uncovered, until the chicken is cooked through, about 40 minutes.
step 5

ingredients 3 Cups Cooked rice

instructions Cook the rice
step 6

ingredients 1/2 Cup Slivered almonds (toasted)

instructions Serve over the rice and sprinkle with the slivered almonds.
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