Braised Chicken With Dates Recipe

Name: Braised Chicken With Dates
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 (3 1/2-4 lb) chicken, cut in quarters; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2 medium onions, diced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger (a 2-inch piece); 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 2 1/2 cups water; 1/2 cup chopped cilantro; 1/4 lb dates, chopped (preferably Medjool); 1/2 lemon, juice of

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (3 1/2-4 lb) chicken, cut in quarters
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 medium onions, diced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger (a 2-inch piece)
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
2 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 lb dates, chopped (preferably Medjool)
1/2 lemon, juice of

1
Place an oven-safe braising pan (enameled cast iron works well) over high heat until very hot. Reduce heat to medium and add olive oil.
2
Sprinkle chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. When oil is shimmering, place chicken in pan, skin side down, until golden brown, then turn and brown the other side, then transfer to a plate.
3
Add onion and ginger to pan and saute until onion softens and turns translucent. Add paprika and coriander and cook 1-2 minutes.
4
Place chicken back in pan and add water. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook 40 minutes.
5
Remove chicken to a plate. Continue to simmer the sauce, uncovered, until it reduces by half, 12-15 minutes. Add cilantro and dates, and return chicken to pan. Squeeze lemon juice over the dish before serving.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 (3 1/2-4 lb) chicken, cut in quarters, salt, fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Braised Chicken With Dates 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 With Dates

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