Step 1

Clean chicken of all innards and feather stubs. Wash vegetables and cut them all to about the same size.

Step 2

Place all ingredients into a pot and fill with cold water until it just covers all the chicken and vegetables. Add whole peppercorns and about 1 teaspoon salt.

Step 3

Simmer over medium heat for about 3 hours, or in pressure cooker for 1 hour.

Step 4

When ready, adjust salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.