Stuffed Poularde Hen With Chestnuts And Apples

Gourmet offerings are typically enjoyed at notable restaurants with well-earned reputations for crafting unbeatable meals. But gourmet foods need not be reserved exclusively for nights out on the town. Many a home chef has the ability to craft delicious meals from the comforts of their own kitchen, and those meals range from popular, easily prepared comfort foods to more unique, gourmet-style offerings. Holiday hosts looking to offer something that aligns more with the latter category can try this recipe for “Stuffed Poularde Hen With Chestnuts and Apples” courtesy of Lines+Angles.

Makes 6 servings

2  cups roasted, shelled chestnuts,   divided

4     medium apples, divided

3     tablespoons olive oil, divided

2     tablespoons butter

1⁄2  cup onions, chopped

2     tablespoons fresh garlic, minced

1⁄2   pound ground pork

1     cup panko breadcrumbs

1⁄4  cup chicken stock

1    teaspoon fresh thyme, plus additional for garnish

2  teaspoons kosher salt, divided or to taste

1     teaspoon pepper

1     4 to 5-pound whole chicken

      
A handful of fresh bay leaves, for garnish