Vinegar Braised Chicken With Greens Recipe

Name: Vinegar Braised Chicken With Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken legs (divided into 8 pieces, example drumsticks and thighs) or 8 chicken thighs (divided into 8 pieces, example drumsticks and thighs); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, sliced thin (about 2 cups); 6 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled; 2 bay leaves; 2 sprigs thyme; 1 1/2 cups red wine vinegar; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 bunch collard greens (about 6 packed cups) or 1 bunch mustard greens, washed and torn into 1-inch pieces (about 6 packed cups); 1/4 cup creme fraiche, plus extra for garnish

Servings: persons

4 chicken legs (divided into 8 pieces, example drumsticks and thighs) or 8 chicken thighs (divided into 8 pieces, example drumsticks and thighs)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, sliced thin (about 2 cups)
6 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
2 bay leaves
2 sprigs thyme
1 1/2 cups red wine vinegar
1 cup chicken stock
1 bunch collard greens (about 6 packed cups) or 1 bunch mustard greens, washed and torn into 1-inch pieces (about 6 packed cups)
1/4 cup creme fraiche, plus extra for garnish

1
Using paper towels, pat the chicken pieces dry; season liberally with salt and pepper.
2
In a Dutch oven, brown chicken in oil over medium high heat, about 5 minutes per side; transfer to a platter.
3
Reduce heat to medium and cook onions and garlic, scraping up any browned bits, 3 to 5 minutes; add in bay leaf and thyme.
4
Deglaze pot with vinegar and simmer until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
5
Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil; add greens, stirring until wilted, about 30 seconds.
6
Return chicken pieces, skin side up, and any accumulated juices, to pot until cooked through, about 10-12 minutes (occasionally baste with juices).
7
Transfer chicken to a serving platter and bring saue to another boil; reduce heat to medium low and stir in creme fraiche.
8
Cook, while stirring until sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
9
Spoon sauce and greens over chicken; serve with additional creme fraiche, if desired.

609

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken legs (divided into 8 pieces, example drumsticks and thighs) or 8 chicken thighs (divided into 8 pieces, example drumsticks and thighs), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, sliced thin (about 2 cups), 6 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled, and more.

Yes, Vinegar Braised Chicken With Greens 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.

Vinegar Braised Chicken With Greens

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions