Amie'S French Country Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375°.
2. 2
   Blanch bacon in boiling water 3 minutes.
3. 3
   Drain, refresh and pat dry.
4. 4
   Peel potatoes and blanch for 5 minutes; drain and pat dry.
5. 5
   Trim fat from chicken and season.
6. 6
   Add butter and oil to large covered casserole and brown chicken over high heat.
7. 7
   Remove and set aside.
8. 8
   Add bacon to pot and brown; remove.
9. 9
   Brown pearl onions; remove.
10. 10
    Brown blanched potatoes and remove.
11. 11
    Pour off excess fat.
12. 12
    Return chicken to casserole.
13. 13
    Add bacon, vegetables, garlic and herbs.
14. 14
    Pour in 1/2 cup water; season with salt and pepper.
15. 15
    Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, half of the time covered.
16. 16
    Serves 6.