Drunken Chicken ...heavy on the sauce! Recipe

Name: Drunken Chicken ...heavy on the sauce!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pieces bone-in, skin on dark meat chicken (2 thighs and 2 drummers); 1 bone-in, skin-on chicken breast, cut into quarters; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons EVOO; 1 cup loosely packed mixed fresh herbs (parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme), chopped; 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 2 ribs celery with leafy tops, chopped; 1 bay leaf; 1 carrot, peeled and chopped; 1 onion, peeled and chopped; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 3 cups dry red wine; A handful of raisins; 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or sliced almonds; Ciabatta bread, to serve

Servings: persons

4 pieces bone-in, skin on dark meat chicken (2 thighs and 2 drummers)
1 bone-in, skin-on chicken breast, cut into quarters
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons EVOO
1 cup loosely packed mixed fresh herbs (parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme), chopped
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 ribs celery with leafy tops, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
1 onion, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 cups dry red wine
A handful of raisins
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or sliced almonds
Ciabatta bread, to serve

1
Liberally sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper.
2
Heat a large cast-iron or heavy skillet over medium-high heat with EVOO, 2 turns of the pan.
3
Brown the chicken well on both sides and remove to a plate.
4
Add half of the herbs, the garlic, celery, bay leaf, carrots and onions to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
5
Stir in the tomato paste and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
6
Next add the wine and the raisins and bring to a bubble.
7
Add the chicken back to skillet and cook, turning occasionally, 30 minutes at a simmer.
8
Serve from the skillet or cool and store for make-ahead meal.
9
To serve, top with the remaining herbs and pine nuts and serve with warm bread.

341

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* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pieces bone-in, skin on dark meat chicken (2 thighs and 2 drummers), 1 bone-in, skin-on chicken breast, cut into quarters, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons EVOO, and more.

Yes, Drunken Chicken ...heavy on the sauce! 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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Drunken Chicken ...heavy on the sauce!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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