Chicken with Nuts and Raisins

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   Put the oil in a deep skillet or flameproof casserole, preferably nonstick, with a lid.

2. 2

   Turn the heat to medium-high and wait a minute or so, until the oil is hot.

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   Add the chicken, skin side down, and brown it well, rotating and turning the pieces as necessary, 10 to 15 minutes.

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   About halfway through the browning, add some salt and pepper along with the garlic, allowing the garlic to brown with the chicken.

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   Transfer the chicken to a plate as it browns.

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   Reduce the heat to medium and add the onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until it softens and begins to color, 5 to 10 minutes.

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   Add the wine and let it bubble away for a minute or so.

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   Add the nuts and raisins and return the chicken to the pan, skin side up.

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   Cover and turn the heat to low; cook until the chicken is done, 10 to 15 minutes more.

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    Add about a tablespoon of lemon juice, then taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as necessary.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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