Braised Chicken Thighs Over Polenta Recipe Recipe

Name: Braised Chicken Thighs Over Polenta Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 tsp crushed dry oregano; 1/8 tsp paprika; 1/8 tsp grnd cumin Salt and black pepper to taste; 4 x chicken thighs; 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 1 sm onion, minced; 1 x garlic clove, chopped; 2 x plum tomatoes, minced; 2/3 c. pitted green or possibly black olives, or possibly a combination; 1/2 c. chicken broth; 2 1/2 c. water; 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 c. instant polenta

Servings: persons

1/4 tsp crushed dry oregano
1/8 tsp paprika
1/8 tsp grnd cumin Salt and black pepper to taste
4 x chicken thighs
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 sm onion, minced
1 x garlic clove, chopped
2 x plum tomatoes, minced
2/3 c. pitted green or possibly black olives, or possibly a combination
1/2 c. chicken broth
2 1/2 c. water
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 c. instant polenta

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Mix together oregano, paprika, cumin, 1/2 tsp.
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salt and 1/4 tsp.
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pepper.
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Rub mix into chicken thighs.
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Heat oil in large skillet.
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Add in thighs, skin side down, and brown 5 min.
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Turn pcs over and brown another 5 min.
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Remove.
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Add in onion and garlic and saute/fry 5 min.
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Add in tomatoes, olives and chicken broth.
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Bring to boil.
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Reduce heat to low.
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Return chicken to skillet and simmer, covered, 15 min.
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Adjust salt and pepper seasoning.
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To serve, spoon polenta onto 2 plates.
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Top each with half the chicken and sauce.
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Polenta:In medium, heavy pan, bring water to boil.
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Add in extra virgin olive oil, salt and cayenne.
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While stirring constantly, pour in polenta in slow, steady stream.
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Reduce heat to medium and cook polenta, stirring frequently, till smooth and thick, about 5 min.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 tsp crushed dry oregano, 1/8 tsp paprika, 1/8 tsp grnd cumin Salt and black pepper to taste, 4 x chicken thighs, and more.

Yes, Braised Chicken Thighs Over Polenta Recipe 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.

Braised Chicken Thighs Over Polenta Recipe

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