Amish Chicken

Amish Cooking: A Culinary Heritage

Welcome to our collection of authentic Amish Chicken recipes.
Here, we honor tradition while embracing modern tastes.
Enjoy the journey of creating these dishes just as much as you’ll enjoy eating them.

The Amish community has been a cornerstone of American culinary history, providing timeless recipes that focus on simple, quality ingredients and traditional preparation methods. Among these, Amish Cooked Chicken stands out as a beloved dish that embodies the essence of pure, farm-to-table dining.

In a world of fast food and instant meals, Amish Cooked Chicken is a reminder of the beauty of simplicity. It speaks of a time when food was not just about eating but about community, family, and celebrating the bounties of nature. As you savor every bite, you're enjoying a meal and partaking in a rich culinary heritage.

Chicken & Gravy, 6-10 piece

Baked chicken with easy Amish Gravy.

Recipe #1

This Amish Cooked Chicken primarily focuses on highlighting the natural flavors of the chicken. The total cooking time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Ingredients:

1 whole chicken, preferably free-range
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
4 cups of water or chicken broth
1 onion, quartered
2 cloves of garlic, crushed
Fresh herbs (like thyme, rosemary, and parsley)
Optional: Vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and celery

Method:

1. Clean and pat dry the chicken.
2. Season the chicken inside and out with salt and pepper.
3. Bring water or chicken broth to a boil in a large pot.
4. Add the chicken, onion, garlic, and herbs into the pot.
5. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 1-1/2 hours until tender.
6. Optionally, add vegetables halfway through the cooking.
7. Remove the chicken and let it rest before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

Amish Cooked Chicken is best enjoyed with side dishes that complement its simplicity. Consider serving it with:

- Homemade bread or dinner rolls
- Mashed potatoes or potato salad
- Freshly picked green beans or corn on the cob
- A simple lettuce and tomato salad with a vinaigrette dressing

The Recipe #2

This Chicken recipe involves baking Amish chicken in an easy gravy. The total cooking time is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Ingredients:

6-8 chicken pieces, cleaned
1 cup flour
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons paprika
1½ cups heavy whipping cream
1½ cups water

Method:

1. Clean and pat dry the chicken.
2. Mix Flour and Spices and cover the chicken pieces.
3. Place skin side up in baking dish..
4. Mix cream and water and pour over chicken.
5. Bake at 350°F for 1-1/2 hours until skin golden brown.
6. Remove the chicken and let it rest before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

Amish Cooked Chicken is best enjoyed with side dishes that complement its simplicity. Consider serving it with:

- Homemade bread or dinner rolls
- Mashed potatoes or potato salad
- Freshly picked green beans or corn on the cob
- A simple salad with a vinaigrette dressing

Chicken Casserole

Savory baked chicken casserole with white sauce.

Grilled Chicken, 4 breasts

Barbecued chicken with marinade

The Recipe #4

This recipe involves barbecuing the chicken. The total cooking time is approximately 12 minutes plus marinade for 3-6 hours.

Ingredients:

4 chicken breasts boned and halved, skin on.
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 small bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoons black pepper

Method:

• Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan and boil over high heat. Remove from heat and set aside.

• Place the chicken in a container, pour the marinade over it and cover. Turn the container over every few hours to ensure all the chicken absorbs the marinade. Refrigerate overnight and part of the next day until you are ready to cook it.

• Grill the chicken 4 inches above the prepared coals for about 6 minutes on each side. Baste frequently with the sauce.
  

  Serving Suggestions:

  Amish Cooked Chicken is best enjoyed with side dishes that complement its simplicity. Consider serving it with:

- Homemade bread or dinner rolls
- Mashed potatoes or potato salad
- Freshly picked green beans or corn on the cob
- A simple salad with a vinaigrette dressing

The Recipe #3

This recipe uses flavor-packed rotisserie chicken as a base. It is topped with a savory and simple white sauce and perfectly cooked noodles. The total cooking time is approximately 45 minutes.

Ingredients:

¼ cup salted butter
⅓ cup flour
½ tsp celery salt
¾ tsp salt
2 cups milk
2 cups chopped, cooked chicken
2 cup frozen corn kernels
¼ cup Club cracker crumbs mixed with 1 tbsp. melted butter

Method:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F, grease a 2-quart baking dish or something similar in size with nonstick cooking spray, and set it aside.

• Melt the butter in a large skillet set over medium heat. Sprinkle the flour into the skillet and cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add the celery salt and salt and mix to combine.

• Slowly add the milk to the skillet and whisk until it combines with the butter-flour mix. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook, whisking constantly for 1 minute. Please remove it from the heat.

• Add the cooked chicken and corn to the sauce and combine everything. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Melt butter in a bowl and mix it with the crushed Club crackers.

Serving Suggestions:

Amish Cooked Chicken is best enjoyed with side dishes that complement its simplicity. Consider serving it with:

- Homemade bread or dinner rolls
- Mashed potatoes or potato salad
- Freshly picked green beans or corn on the cob
- A simple salad with a vinaigrette dressing

The Amish History & Origin

The Amish, primarily settled in parts of Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana, have always relied on farming as their primary livelihood. Poultry, especially chicken, was a staple on most Amish farms. The manner of raising these birds—free-range, organic feeding, and no use of antibiotics—meant that the meat was always of the highest quality.

Amish Cooked Chicken primarily focuses on highlighting the natural flavors of the chicken. The Amish Cooked Chicken recipes we cherish today have been passed down through generations, retaining their authentic taste and preparation techniques.