How to Make Melt-in-Your-Mouth Braised Chicken and Herb Sauce
Discover a delightful recipe for braised chicken in a rich, herb-infused sauce. It's perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3.5 lbs bone-in chicken thighs about 8 pieces
- 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning or your favorite herb mix
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 2 cups chicken broth low sodium
- 1 cup dry white wine such as Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc
- 1 large yellow onion sliced
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 tablespoon flour all-purpose
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, coat the chicken thighs with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining olive oil. Sear the chicken pieces until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add butter and sauté onions and garlic until soft and translucent.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture and stir well for about 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
- Pour in the chicken broth and wine, stirring to deglaze the pan and dissolve any browned bits.
- Return the chicken to the pan and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and braise for about 2 hours or until the chicken is tender.
Notes
For an extra touch, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme before serving. Adjust seasoning based on taste preferences.