Dublin Coddle Chicken Sausage (Printable)
A comforting Irish stew, reimagined with chicken sausage, hearty potatoes, and fresh vegetables in a rich, savory broth.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 1.1 pounds chicken sausages, sliced into ¾-inch pieces
→ Produce
02 - 1.5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into thick slices
03 - 2 large onions, sliced
04 - 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
05 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
→ Liquids and Seasonings
06 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
07 - ⅔ cup hard apple cider (optional; substitute more stock if desired)
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 2 bay leaves
11 - Salt, to taste
12 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Fats
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a large ovenproof pot or Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the chicken sausage pieces and brown them for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the browned sausage and set aside.
02 - Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter to the same pot. Sauté the sliced onions, carrots, and celery for 5 to 6 minutes, until they are softened and just beginning to caramelize.
03 - Arrange half of the potato slices over the sautéed vegetables. Lightly season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with half of the dried thyme. Top with half of the browned sausage pieces. Repeat this layering process with the remaining potatoes, thyme, and sausage.
04 - Pour in the chicken stock and hard apple cider (if using). Add the bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer on the stovetop. Once simmering, cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 1 hour, or until the potatoes are completely tender and the flavors have melded together.
05 - Carefully remove the pot from the oven. Discard the bay leaves. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It's a comforting hug in a bowl, perfect for a chilly evening without feeling overly indulgent.
- You'll adore how effortlessly the simple ingredients transform into a deeply flavorful meal, making weeknight cooking a joy.
02 -
- Don't skip browning the sausages; it locks in their flavor and adds a crucial layer of depth to the stew.
- Using thick potato slices is a game-changer; they soften beautifully without disintegrating, giving you tender chunks in every bite.
03 -
- Don't overcrowd the pot when browning the sausages; work in batches if necessary to get a proper sear, which builds crucial flavor.
- Season lightly at each layering step, as the stock will reduce and concentrate flavors, allowing you to adjust precisely at the end.