Rustic French Chicken Braised: 3 Keys to a Juicy Delight
Discover the secrets to achieving a perfectly tender and flavorful rustic French chicken with this comprehensive guide.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup white wine
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces and brown them on all sides.
- Remove chicken and add onions, garlic, and carrots; sauté until softened.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine, then return chicken to the pot.
- Add chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaf; bring to a simmer.
- Cover and braise in the oven at 350°F for 1.5 hours.
- Remove chicken and reduce the sauce on the stove to thicken if desired.
Notes
- Always use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor.
- Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Rustic French Chicken, Braised Chicken, French Cuisine