Aromatic Fennel Chicken Recipe

Name: Aromatic Fennel Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 bacon strips, chopped; 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up, skin removed; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 fennel bulbs, sliced; 2 medium onions, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 3/4 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 2 bay leaves; 2 teaspoons dried thyme; Pinch cayenne pepper; 3 tablespoons capers, drained

Servings: persons

4 bacon strips, chopped
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up, skin removed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 fennel bulbs, sliced
2 medium onions, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons dried thyme
Pinch cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons capers, drained

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In a
2
, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings.
3
Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Brown chicken on all sides in reserved drippings; remove and keep warm. Add fennel and onions to the pan; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until onions are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
4
Stir in the wine, lemon juice and zest, bay leaves, thyme and cayenne. Return chicken to the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Remove chicken and keep warm.
5
Cook the fennel mixture, uncovered, until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally, 8-10 minutes. Stir in capers and reserved bacon. Discard bay leaves. Serve with chicken.

904

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 bacon strips, chopped, 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up, skin removed, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Aromatic Fennel Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Aromatic Fennel Chicken

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