Description
Tender braised chicken simmered in a rich, savory sauce with carrots, onions, and herbs, creating a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for any day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kg chicken pieces
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
- Place the chicken in the hot oil and brown on all sides until golden.
- Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and sliced carrots, then stir gently.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add bay leaves and fresh thyme.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 40 minutes.
- Remove the lid and allow the sauce to reduce slightly until thickened.
- Serve warm with your preferred side dish.
Notes
- Brown the chicken well for deeper flavor.
- Simmer on low heat to keep the meat tender.
- Adjust seasoning gradually to taste.
- Let the dish rest a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg