Venturing into the culinary realm of braised chicken thighs in white wine is a journey that promises both delectable flavors and an aromatic experience. This cooking technique, often associated with French cuisine, transforms chicken thighs into tender and succulent masterpieces, while the white wine lends a delicate acidity and fruity undertones to the dish. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a contemporary twist, this article presents a curated selection of recipes that showcase the versatility of braised chicken thighs in white wine. From traditional French recipes passed down through generations to innovative fusion dishes that blend diverse culinary influences, we invite you to explore the world of braised chicken thighs and discover the perfect recipe to tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
WHITE WINE BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS
At only four ingredients, these white wine braised chicken thighs with capers and parsley will wow you with their simplicity and flavor
Provided by Andrea @ Wanderings in My Kitchen
Categories Main Course
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat a heavy bottomed skilled over high heat and sear the chicken thighs skin side down for 10-15 minutes. You want the chicken to be dark, dark brown
- Using tongs, flip the chicken and sear the other side for 10 minutes
- Remove the chicken from the pan and wipe out the grease that has rendered. Add the chicken back to the pan along with the capers. Pour in the wine until the chicken is almost submerged
- Return the pan to heat and bring the liquid to a simmer. Cover and continue to simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the chicken is very tender.
- Remove the braised chicken thighs from the pan and place on a serving platter. Remove the capers from the braising liquid using a slotted spoon and add them to the chicken.
- Spoon some of the liquid over top of the braised chicken thighs as well and top everything with a generous handful of chopped parsley.
WINE-BRAISED CHICKEN
If you're looking for a hearty one-pot meal for dinner, this is it. Listed as coq au vin in cookbooks and on restaurant menus, this French dish has a name that sounds fancy, but it's simply chicken cooked in red wine.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Thighs
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Using cotton kitchen twine, tie thyme, parsley, and bay leaf into a bundle; set aside.
- Heat a Dutch oven or 5-quart heavy pot with a lid over medium-low. Add bacon; cook until browned, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain (leave bacon fat in pot).
- Raise heat to medium-high. Season chicken generously with salt and pepper. Working in three batches to avoid crowding, brown chicken about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate; set aside.
- Add onion, carrots, and garlic to pot. Cook until onion softens, about 4 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and flour; cook 1 minute.
- Add wine, broth, chicken, and herb bundle. Bring to a boil; cover, and reduce to a simmer. Cook 10 minutes; uncover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove and discard herb bundle; stir in bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 g, Fat 17 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 44 g
BRAISED CHICKEN WITH GARLIC AND WHITE WINE
Steps:
- Trim excess fat off chicken. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Lightly smash garlic cloves just to flatten slightly, leaving peel attached and cloves as whole as possible.
- Heat 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Working in 2 batches, add chicken and cook until brown on all sides, about 12 minutes per batch. Transfer chicken to plate. Add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and garlic to pot. Stir until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Add wine and thyme; bring to boil. Return chicken to pot. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, moving chicken pieces from top to bottom every 5 minutes (sauce will not cover chicken), about 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Transfer chicken to platter. Spoon garlic cloves around chicken and drizzle sauce over.
CHICKEN THIGHS BRAISED IN WHITE WINE
Chicken thighs are packed with moist dark meat and plenty of flavor. The wine sauce and spices bring out even more flavor in this slow-cooking supper.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Thighs
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a 12-inch skillet with a tight-fitting lid, arrange thighs, bone side up; season with salt and pepper. Add garlic, wine, and thyme. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook, 30 minutes.
- Turn chicken over. Place a lemon slice on each piece; cover and continue simmering until tender, about 15 minutes. Leaving garlic and liquid in skillet, transfer chicken and lemon slices to a platter. Cover tightly with foil to keep warm.
- Bring liquid in skillet to a boil; cook until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat. Add butter, parsley, and lemon juice; stir until butter has softened and sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Serve chicken with sauce and, if desired, rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 g, Fat 20 g, Protein 44 g
BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS IN WHITE WINE
This is an absolutely delicious dinner!! Its easy and uses low-cost ingredients, but looks and tastes like a million bucks. I usually double the sauce ingredients because the sauce is outstanding! Great with rice. From Martha Stewart.
Provided by Tee Lee
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 thighs, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a 12-inch skillet with a tight-fitting lid, arrange thighs, bone side up; season with salt and pepper. Add garlic, wine, and thyme.
- Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook, 30 minutes.
- Turn chicken over. Place a lemon slice on each piece; cover and continue simmering until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Leaving garlic and liquid in skillet, transfer chicken and lemon slices to a platter. Cover tightly with foil to keep warm.
- Bring liquid in skillet to a boil; cook until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 5 minutes.
- Remove skillet from heat. Add butter, parsley, and lemon juice; stir until butter has softened and sauce is smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve chicken with sauce.
SKILLET CHICKEN THIGHS WITH WHITE WINE-BUTTER SAUCE
The stovetop-to-oven cast-iron skillet technique in this recipe is our go-to for achieving crispy, juicy chicken thighs. If you're tight on time, the chicken is delicious without the butter sauce (simply plate the thighs straight out of the oven). But to truly impart restaurant-worthy flavor, try your hand at the classic white wine and butter sauce known as beurre blanc in French. The recipe makes a plentiful amount of sauce; nestle the chicken into some of it, then spoon more over every other component of your dinner.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Sprinkle them on both sides with 1 1/2 teaspoons each salt and pepper.
- Heat a large oven-proof skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet skin-side down and cook, moving them around once or twice to ensure even browning, until the skin is very golden brown, 11 to 12 minutes.
- Turn off the heat. Grasp a wad of paper towels with tongs and mop up excess fat in the bottom of the skillet-this will prevent the grease from spattering all over your oven; carefully discard the paper towel. Repeat several times until there's only a thin film of oil over the bottom of the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast until the chicken is almost cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes. Flip the thighs so they are skin side up, then continue roasting until no longer pink near the bone, another 6 minutes. Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the chicken thighs to a plate, skin side up. Wipe out the skillet and set aside.
- Meanwhile, start your sauce. Combine the vinegar, wine, shallots, lemon juice and bay leaves in a heavy 2-quart saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until the mixture is reduced to a wet paste, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the cream and continue to simmer until the mixture is reduced to about 2 tablespoons.
- Reduce the heat to low and remove the bay leaves. Add a few chunks of the butter and whisk constantly until melted, then add a few more chunks and whisk again until melted. Continue adding and whisking the butter, which should melt into a creamy emulsion, until all the butter is incorporated, about 4 minutes. Do not let the sauce go over 130 degrees F or it will separate. If the sauce starts to break, remove from the heat, add 2 ice cubes and whisk until it cools down and comes back together.
- Season the sauce with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a pinch of pepper. Transfer it to the cast iron skillet, nestle the chicken on top and sprinkle the whole dish with chives. Serve immediately.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs.
- Sear the chicken thighs in a hot skillet before braising them. This will help to brown the chicken and develop its flavor.
- Use a dry white wine for braising the chicken. This will help to brighten the flavor of the dish.
- Add plenty of vegetables to the braising liquid. This will help to add flavor and nutrition to the dish.
- Season the chicken thighs liberally with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance their flavor.
- Cook the chicken thighs on low heat for at least 1 hour, or until they are tender and fall off the bone.
- Serve the chicken thighs with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dish.
Conclusion:
Braised chicken thighs in white wine is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The chicken thighs are tender and fall off the bone, and the braising liquid is flavorful and rich. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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