Braised Chicken With Tomatillo Sauce Recipe

Name: Braised Chicken With Tomatillo Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 bone-in split chicken breast; 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt; 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 2 bone-in chicken breast; 4-6 chicken thighs; 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped; 1 small yellow onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 jalapeno, sliced in 1/2 the long way (divided); 2-3 bay leaves; 7 tomatillos; 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 bone-in split chicken breast
1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon dried parsley
2 bone-in chicken breast
4-6 chicken thighs
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
1 small yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeno, sliced in 1/2 the long way (divided)
2-3 bay leaves
7 tomatillos
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1
In a Le Creuset Braising Pan over high heat, add in olive oil bring to almost a smoking point (you will see ridges in the oil). Season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken, skin side down to the hot pan.
2
Once skin is browned, flip over (about 4 minutes) then add carrots, celery, onion, garlic, 1/2 of the jalapeno chopped, and bay leaves. Lover to simmer; cover and cook on medium
3
Remove wrapers from tomatillos then rinse and cut in half.
4
Add chicken broth and tomatillos over medium heat for 7 minutes. Add in parsley, garlic, lime juice, salt and pepper. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
5
Using a fork remove the skin that has fallen off the tomatoes. Take mixture once cooled and pour in Ultra Wide MouthTM Series Food Processor or KitchenAid(R) 3-Speed Blender. Mix until combined. Pour back into pan and keep warm until ready to serve.
6
To serve plate chicken then drizzle tomatillo salsa over chicken.

535

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 bone-in split chicken breast, 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt, 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Braised Chicken With Tomatillo Sauce 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 With Tomatillo Sauce

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