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Chicken with Apple-Chardonnay Gravy

I create my own recipes by experimenting with various ingredients in the kitchen. I love this savory slow cooker chicken dish because it’s easy, affordable and fills the house with awesome aromas that make your mouth water.

—THERESA RETELLE APPLETON, WI



PREP: 20 MIN. • COOK: 6 HOURS • MAKES: 6 SERVINGS


6 chicken leg quarters

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

2 large sweet apples, peeled and cut into wedges

1 large sweet onion, chopped

2 celery ribs, chopped

1/2 cup chardonnay

1 envelope brown gravy mix

2 large garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon each minced fresh oregano, rosemary and thyme

Hot mashed potatoes

1. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Place half of the chicken in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a bowl, combine the apples, onion and celery; spoon half of the mixture over chicken. Repeat layers.

2. In the same bowl, whisk wine, gravy mix, garlic and herbs until blended; pour over top. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken is tender.

3. Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. Cool apple mixture slightly; skim fat.

4. In a blender, cover and process the apple mixture in batches until smooth. Transfer to a saucepan and heat through over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Serve with chicken and mashed potatoes.