Braised Chicken In Lemon And Garlic Recipe

Name: Braised Chicken In Lemon And Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 boneless chicken thighs; 1/2 cup flour; 3 T. olive oil; 2 medium onions, sliced; 30 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed; 1/2 t. crushed red pepper; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup white wine; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 4 T. fresh parsley, chopped; 1 pound orzo, cooked; 2 T. butter; Salt and pepper

Servings: persons

8 boneless chicken thighs
1/2 cup flour
3 T. olive oil
2 medium onions, sliced
30 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
1/2 t. crushed red pepper
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup white wine
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
4 T. fresh parsley, chopped
1 pound orzo, cooked
2 T. butter
Salt and pepper

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Wash chicken in cold water, pat dry, and then season with salt and pepper. Place the flour in a shallow pan and dredge the chicken lightly.
3
Heat oil in a large oven-proof saute pan or skillet. Add chicken and brown on all sides, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside on paper towels.
4
Add the onions to the oil in the pan and saute about 3 minutes, scraping up any chicken bits from the bottom of the pan. Add garlic, crushed pepper, salt, and the bay leaf and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Turn up the heat and de-glaze the pan with wine.
5
When wine has reduced by half, add lemon juice, chicken broth, and chicken thighs to the pan. Bring to simmer. Cover tightly and place in the oven for 20 minutes.
6
Remove pan from oven, stir in 2 T. of the parsley, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Place back in the oven uncovered for 15 additional minutes.
7
In a large bowl, add cooked orzo and stir in remaining parsley and the butter. Serve chicken over the orzo and drizzle with a good portion of the lemon garlic cooking liquid.

1677

kcal

Calories

138

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 8 boneless chicken thighs, 1/2 cup flour, 3 T. olive oil, 2 medium onions, sliced, and more.

Yes, Braised Chicken In Lemon And Garlic 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.

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Braised Chicken In Lemon And Garlic

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