Cathy's Chicken Casserole

Description
From the Patterson Estate (Tyler, Texas).

Purchased in 1992, date on card says 1937.

Also says that this was Peter's Favorite Casserole.

Ingredients

 * 1 fryer, cut up
 * 1/2 cup flour
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
 * 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
 * 1 bay leaf
 * 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
 * 1 teaspoon fresh grated lemon zest
 * 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
 * ½ cup water
 * 8-10 fresh button mushrooms, sliced

Directions

 * 1) Cover chicken with flour, salt and pepper.
 * 2) Place in casserole.
 * 3) Dot with bits of butter.
 * 4) Add other ingredients.
 * 5) Cover.
 * 6) Bake 1-1/2 hours in oven at 325 degrees.

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