Bettina's Chicken En Casserole

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken pieces
• 1/2 cup Cooked potatoes, cut in cubes
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Butter (or vegetable shortening) (Originally lard. Substituted with butter for modern preference. Can also use vegetable shortening for similar texture.)
• 1/2 cup Cooked carrots
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1/4 cup Cooked celery
• 1 tablespoon Raw onion, chopped
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Instructions

1. 1Roll the chicken pieces in the flour, ensuring they are evenly coated.
2. 2Place the butter (or vegetable shortening) in a frying pan and heat over medium-high heat until very hot. Add the floured chicken and brown thoroughly on all sides. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt.
3. 3Place the browned chicken in a casserole dish and add the boiling water. Cover the casserole and place in a moderate oven at 350°F (175°C) for one hour.
4. 4Melt the butter in a pan. Add the potatoes, carrots, onion, celery, and remaining salt. Stir constantly until the vegetables are well-browned.
5. 5Add the browned vegetables to the chicken mixture. Allow to cook for half an hour. Add more water if needed. Serve hot, directly from the casserole dish.