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Forgotten Chicken

Forgotten Chicken: A Warm Family Meal to Cherish

Forgotten Chicken is a warm, nostalgic dish that brings comfort and flavor to family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in Chicken Thighs For quicker cooking, use boneless chicken thighs.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be substituted with canola or avocado oil.
For the Sauce
  • 1 large Onion Yellow onions work best.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is ideal.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth or water can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh herbs can enhance flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Fresh herbs can enhance flavor.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to preference.
For the Finish
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with halved grape tomatoes or diced bell peppers.

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Forgotten Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the bone-in chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown, then flip and sear the other side for 3 minutes.
  5. Remove the chicken and sauté sliced onions in the same skillet for 8-10 minutes until caramelized.
  6. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then pour in the chicken broth.
  7. Stir in Dijon mustard, thyme, and rosemary, then return the chicken skin-side up to the skillet.
  8. Scatter halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken and cover.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  10. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best results, allow the chicken to rest before serving to retain moisture and flavor.

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