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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning and Broth
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Chop the celery and slice the carrots into bite-sized pieces. If using frozen corn, ensure it is thawed.
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season the chicken inside and out with salt and black pepper.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Brown the Chicken
Add the seasoned chicken to the pot, browning it on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. This step enhances the flavor.
- 5
Add Vegetables and Broth
Once the chicken is browned, add the chopped celery, sliced carrots, corn, thyme, and chicken broth to the pot.
- 6
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 1 hour or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- 7
Serve
Carefully remove the chicken from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes. You can shred the chicken or serve it whole with the vegetables and broth.
