Chicken Casserole Base

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the oil in a large pan and brown the chicken in batches until it's all done.
2. 2
   Set chicken aside.
3. 3
   Add onions and garlic to pan and cook until onions are lightly browned.
4. 4
   Stir in flour and cook, stirring, until browned.
5. 5
   Gradually stir in the stock and add the bay leaves.
6. 6
   Return chicken to the pan.
7. 7
   Simmer, covered, for 45 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove the bay leaves and cool so you can skim off any fat.
9. 9
   Divide the mixture into 3 portions.
10. 10
    They can be frozen for up to 3 months.
11. 11
    They are used as the base for Mustard and Bacon Casserole, Green Curry and Moroccan Style Casserole (all recipes posted here on Zaar).
12. 12
    All you do is thaw a portion of Chicken casserole base, add the extra ingredients and you have a fantastic fresh meal in 20 minutes!