Spice-Rubbed Chicken Thighs Recipe

Name: Spice-Rubbed Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds; 1/4 star anise pod; 1 1/2 teaspoons cracked black peppercorns; 1 1/4 teaspoons crushed red pepper; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 8 meaty chicken thighs; 1/4 cup canola oil; 1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced; 1 large leek, white and tender green parts only, thinly sliced; 2 plum tomatoes, chopped; 3 thyme sprigs; 3 oregano sprigs; 1 cup dry red wine; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon honey; Chopped parsley and chives, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1/4 star anise pod
1 1/2 teaspoons cracked black peppercorns
1 1/4 teaspoons crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon kosher salt
8 meaty chicken thighs
1/4 cup canola oil
1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced
1 large leek, white and tender green parts only, thinly sliced
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
3 thyme sprigs
3 oregano sprigs
1 cup dry red wine
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
Chopped parsley and chives, for garnish

1
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0. In a small skillet, toast the coriander, star anise, cracked peppercorns and crushed red pepper over moderate heat, shaking the pan, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder and let cool; pulse until coarsely ground. Add the salt. Rub the spices all over the chicken.
2
In a large skillet, heat the oil. Add the chicken and cook over high heat, turning once, until deep golden, 10 minutes. Arrange the chicken in a roasting pan, skin side up. Pour off most of the oil from the skillet and add the onion and leek. Cook over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, thyme and oregano and cook until the tomatoes just begin to break down, 3 minutes. Add the red wine and cook until reduced to 1/4 cup, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan, 5 minutes. Stir in 1 cup of water and pour the mixture into the roasting pan.
3
Cover the pan with foil and braise the chicken in the oven for about 1 hour, until cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate. Strain the sauce into a saucepan. Boil until the sauce is reduced to 1 cup, 5 minutes. Stir in the vinegar and honey; keep warm.
4
Preheat the broiler. Return the chicken to the roasting pan, skin side up, and broil 8 inches from the heat for 2 minutes, until the skin is crisp. Sprinkle with the parsley and chives. Serve the chicken with the sauce.

793

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds, 1/4 star anise pod, 1 1/2 teaspoons cracked black peppercorns, 1 1/4 teaspoons crushed red pepper, and more.

Yes, Spice-Rubbed Chicken Thighs 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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Spice-Rubbed Chicken Thighs

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