Wine-Braised Chicken With Bacon, Veggies And Herbs

Name: Wine-Braised Chicken With Bacon, Veggies And Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 4 chicken thighs boneless, skin-on, about 1 1/2 pounds; 4 chicken drumsticks about 1 1/2 pounds; kosher salt; freshly ground black pepper; 5 slices center cut bacon thick, cut into 3/4-inch dice; 6 shallots large, halved; 6 cipollini onions small, peeled; 2 large carrots halved and cut into 3/4-inch chunks; 2 cloves garlic chopped fine; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 sprigs fresh rosemary; 2 bay leaves; 2 cups white wine Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling; 3 cups low sodium chicken broth; 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest; 1/2 cup heavy cream or Half and Half; 1 tablespoon leaf parsley fresh flat-, chopped, for garnish

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
4 chicken thighs boneless, skin-on, about 1 1/2 pounds
4 chicken drumsticks about 1 1/2 pounds
kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
5 slices center cut bacon thick, cut into 3/4-inch dice
6 shallots large, halved
6 cipollini onions small, peeled
2 large carrots halved and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
2 cloves garlic chopped fine
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 bay leaves
2 cups white wine Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling
3 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 cup heavy cream or Half and Half
1 tablespoon leaf parsley fresh flat-, chopped, for garnish

1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
2
Season chicken with salt and pepper and heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in your KitchenAid(R) 6.0Qt Cast Iron Cookware.
3
Place chicken in the pot skin-side down in an even layer and sear for 10-13 minutes, flipping once, until chicken is golden brown, transfer to a plate.
4
Cook the bacon in the same pot until browned all over, transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels, set aside. Discard fat from cookware.
5
Heat remaining olive oil in the same pot over medium-high heat and saute the shallots, onions and carrots for about 7 minutes until browned. Add the garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
6
Wrap the thyme, rosemary and bay leaves into a small cheesecloth sachet and add the herb bundle to the pot.
7
Add the wine and simmer for a few minutes, scraping the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
8
Add the broth and return the chicken and bacon to the pot in a single layer on top of the vegetables and herb bundle. Bring to a simmer, cover pot and transfer to the oven. Braise the chicken for about 35-45 minutes until meat is tender and falls away from the bone.
9
Transfer the chicken and veggies to a plate and tent with foil. Discard herb bundle. Bring the sauce in the pot to a boil and reduce to approximately 2 cups. This takes about 15 minutes.
10
Stir in the lemon zest and salt and pepper and pour in the Half and Half or heavy cream. Whisk the sauce together for about a minute until it thickens. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
11
Serve the chicken and veggies on a plate and pour the sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and additional fresh thyme. Great with crusty bread and a green salad!

1106

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

128

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 4 chicken thighs boneless, skin-on, about 1 1/2 pounds, 4 chicken drumsticks about 1 1/2 pounds, kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Wine-Braised Chicken With Bacon, Veggies And Herbs 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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