Chicken Bonne Femme Recipe

Name: Chicken Bonne Femme
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, trimmed; salt and pepper; 5 slices bacon, chopped; 1 1/2 lbs small red potatoes, unpeeled, halved; 1 onion, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced; 3/4 cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 3 scallions, sliced thin; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

3 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, trimmed
salt and pepper
5 slices bacon, chopped
1 1/2 lbs small red potatoes, unpeeled, halved
1 onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced
3/4 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup chicken broth
3 scallions, sliced thin
1 teaspoon hot sauce
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1
Pat chicken dry with paper towels & season with salt & pepper. Cook bacon in dutch oven over medium heat until crisp, 5-7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towel-lined plate. Pour off all but 1 tbs fat from pot. Heat fat over medium-high heat until just smoking. Add chicken & cook until thighs are well browned, 3-4 minutes per side; transfer to plate. When chicken is cool enough to handle, discard skin.
2
Pour off all but 1-1/2 tbs fat from pot. Arrange potatoes cut side down in pot & cook over medium heat until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in onion & cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic & thyme; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Store in wine, broth, hot sauce, & half of bacon; bring to a boil.
3
Return chicken & and juices to pot. Reduce heat to medium-low & cook, covered, until potatoes are tender & chicken registers 175 on thermometer, about 25 minutes. Sprinkle with scallions, parsley, & rest of bacon. Season with salt & pepper to taste and serve.

1150

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

115

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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, trimmed, salt and pepper, 5 slices bacon, chopped, 1 1/2 lbs small red potatoes, unpeeled, halved, and more.

Yes, Chicken Bonne Femme 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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Chicken Bonne Femme

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