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Chicken In A Pot

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This comforting one-pot dish transforms simple fried chicken quarters into a tender, flavorful meal through slow simmering. The chicken browns deeply in olive oil, creating a savory crust before being infused with the aromatics of minced onion and garlic. As it simmers, the dry white wine and chopped tomatoes meld into a light, tangy sauce that coats the meat perfectly. It is an ideal weeknight dinner that requires minimal active cooking time but delivers maximum flavor. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the juices or alongside steamed greens for a balanced Mediterranean-inspired feast.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 412.8
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This comforting one-pot dish transforms simple fried chicken quarters into a tender, flavorful meal through slow simmering. The chicken browns deeply in olive oil, creating a savory crust before being infused with the aromatics of minced onion and garlic. As it simmers, the dry white wine and chopped tomatoes meld into a light, tangy sauce that coats the meat perfectly. It is an ideal weeknight dinner that requires minimal active cooking time but delivers maximum flavor. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the juices or alongside steamed greens for a balanced Mediterranean-inspired feast.
Ingredients
  • 2 Chickens, frying, quartered
  • 1/2 cup Olive oil
  • 1 Onion, lg, minced
  • 1 Clove Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 Tomato, med, chopped
  • 1/2 cup White wine, dry
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy kettle over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add chicken quarters, skin-side down, and brown until golden on both sides, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. 3
    Remove chicken from the pot and set aside on a plate.
  4. 4
    Reduce heat to medium; add minced onion and garlic to the pot, cooking until softened, about 3 minutes.
  5. 5
    Return chicken to the pot; add salt and pepper.
  6. 6
    Cover and simmer gently for 30 minutes.
  7. 7
    Stir in chopped tomato and dry white wine.
  8. 8
    Cover again and simmer for an additional 30 minutes, or until chicken is tender and cooked through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 412.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36.0g56%
Saturated Fat 5.9g30%
Cholesterol 44.5mg15%
Sodium 4917.5mg205%
Total Carbohydrate 1.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 13.7g28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: braised chicken, one pot meal, wine sauce, comfort food, mediterranean chicken, easy dinner, fried chicken, tomato sauce, garlic chicken, onion chicken, slow cooked, family meal
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