Chicken Ragout with Lentils and Pearl Onions Recipe

Name: Chicken Ragout with Lentils and Pearl Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth; 3 cups water; 2 cups dried lentils; 2 cups diced carrots; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 teaspoons dried thyme; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 3/4 pound skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces; 1 pound pearl onions, peeled; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 2 tablespoons Sherry wine vinegar or red wine vinegar; Chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
3 cups water
2 cups dried lentils
2 cups diced carrots
1 large onion, chopped
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon olive oil
3/4 pound skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 pound pearl onions, peeled
1/2 cup dry red wine
2 tablespoons Sherry wine vinegar or red wine vinegar
Chopped fresh parsley

1
Combine first 7 ingredients in heavy medium saucepan.
2
Simmer until lentils are just tender, about 25 minutes (mixture will be soupy).
3
Remove from heat.
4
Heat oil in large deep nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Add chicken to skillet; cook until brown on both sides, about 5 minutes.
6
Transfer to plate.
7
Add pearl onions to skillet; saute until golden, about 5 minutes.
8
Transfer to plate with chicken.
9
Add wine to skillet; boil until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
10
Add lentil mixture, chicken, onions and vinegar.
11
Cover and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
Garnish with parsley and serve.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth, 3 cups water, 2 cups dried lentils, 2 cups diced carrots, and more.

Yes, Chicken Ragout with Lentils and Pearl Onions 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 Ragout with Lentils and Pearl Onions

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