Traditional Scottish Chicken and Leek Stew Recipe

Grandma's Cock-a-Leekie Stew is a classic Scottish dish that combines tender chicken, leeks, carrots, and prunes in a flavorful broth. This hearty stew is perfect for cold winter nights and will warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
• 4 leeks, washed and sliced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 cup prunes, pitted
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot, brown the chicken pieces in a bit of oil until golden brown. Remove from pot and set aside.
2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until translucent. Add the leeks and carrots and cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Return the chicken pieces to the pot and add the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
4. Add the prunes and bay leaf to the stew and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.

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