Broiled Chicken Thighs with Fennel, Onions, and Roa

Name: Broiled Chicken Thighs with Fennel, Onions, and Roasted Red Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 red bell peppers; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for liberal drizzling; 2 medium sweet onions, sliced into wedges, root end attached; 1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced, fennel fronds reserved for garnish; 3 to 4 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar; 12 small bone-in chicken thighs; Fennel pollen or ground fennel, for sprinkling; 1 lemon, zested and juiced

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the broiler.
2
Char the peppers over an open gas burner for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally.
3
Alternatively, char the peppers under the broiler for 7 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, with the oven door slightly ajar to allow steam to escape.
4
Place the charred peppers in bowl and cover with plastic wrap.
5
When cool, peel and seed the peppers and slice lengthwise.
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Heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the onions, fennel and garlic and season with salt and pepper.
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Cook, stirring frequently, for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and sweet.
9
Deglaze with vinegar and combine with the peppers.
10
Place a cooling rack over a baking sheet and place the chicken thighs on it.
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Drizzle the chicken thighs lightly with extra-virgin olive oil and season liberally with salt, pepper, and fennel pollen.
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Arrange rack in upper third of oven; chicken thighs should be 8-inches from the broiler.
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Broil the chicken thighs for 12 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
14
Dress the cooked chicken with lemon zest and juice.
15
Arrange the chicken on a platter and top with the onions, fennel, and peppers.
16
Scatter fennel fronds over the top.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 red bell peppers, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for liberal drizzling, 2 medium sweet onions, sliced into wedges, root end attached, 1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced, fennel fronds reserved for garnish, and more.

Yes, Broiled Chicken Thighs with Fennel, Onions, and Roasted Red Peppers 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Broiled Chicken Thighs with Fennel, Onions, and Roasted Red Peppers

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Variations & substitutions

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