Chicken Thighs With Saffron, Green Olives, And Mint

Name: Chicken Thighs With Saffron, Green Olives, And Mint
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 chicken thighs (2 1/2 to 3 pounds); salt and pepper; all purpose flour, for dredging; 1/4 extra virgin olive oil; 2 large red onions, thinly sliced; 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads; 1 cup small green olives; 1 medium carrot, finely chopped; 3 cups chicken stock; 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves

Servings: persons

1
Season the chicken thighs liberally with salt and pepper and dredge in flour. In a heavy-bottomed casserole, heat the olive oil until smoking. Add 6 thighs at a time and brown well on all sides over medium-high heat. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining thighs. When well browned, remove the thighs and add the sliced onions and saffron to the casserole. Cook over low heat until the onions have softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the olives, carrot, and stock and bring to a boil.
2
Return the chicken pieces to the casserole, submerging them in the stock, and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the pot tightly and simmer 1 hour. Remove the lid and cook 10 minutes uncovered.
3
Remove the chicken thighs from the casserole and arrange on a platter. Season the sauce with salt and pepper and stir in the mint leaves. Pour the sauce over the chicken thighs and serve.
4
Seve this on a bed of couscous.

911

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

129

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 12 chicken thighs (2 1/2 to 3 pounds), salt and pepper, all purpose flour, for dredging, 1/4 extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Chicken Thighs With Saffron, Green Olives, And Mint 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!