Braised Chicken With Chickpeas And Swiss Chard

Name: Braised Chicken With Chickpeas And Swiss Chard
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 6 chicken legs (thighs and drumsticks); Kosher salt; 2 medium onions, thinly sliced; 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 2 wide (2-inch) strips lemon zest; 2 fresh bay leaves; 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger; 1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, drained; 2 dried chiles de arbol, seeds removed; 2 tablespoons honey; 4 cups chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth; 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed; 4 cups coarsely chopped Swiss chard leaves; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds; A spice mill

Servings: persons

1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 chicken legs (thighs and drumsticks)
Kosher salt
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 wide (2-inch) strips lemon zest
2 fresh bay leaves
1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, drained
2 dried chiles de arbol, seeds removed
2 tablespoons honey
4 cups chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
4 cups coarsely chopped Swiss chard leaves
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
A spice mill

1
Whack cinnamon stick with the blunt side of a chef's knife to break into pieces. Toast cinnamon, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and peppercorns in a dry small skillet over medium-high heat, tossing occasionally, until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Let cool, then finely grind in spice mill. Transfer to a small bowl and stir in turmeric and cardamom.
2
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F. Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high. Season chicken generously with salt and, working in batches if needed, cook, turning occasionally, until well browned all over, 10-15 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
3
Cook onions in same pot, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, 6-8 minutes. Add spice mixture, garlic, lemon zest, bay leaves, and ginger; cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, crushing with your hands, and cook, scraping up brown bits and stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are broken down and sauce is slightly thickened, 8-12 minutes. Stir in chiles, honey, and stock; season with salt. Return chicken to pot, skin side up, and bring to a simmer. Transfer to oven; bake, uncovered, 30 minutes. Add chickpeas and cook until chicken is very tender and skin is browned, 10-15 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate. Add chard to stew and stir to wilt; season with salt. Serve chicken over stew topped with sesame seeds.
4
Stew (without greens) can be made 3 days ahead. Let cool; cover and chill. Reheat before adding greens.

1086

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

132

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick, 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Braised Chicken With Chickpeas And Swiss Chard 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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