CHICKEN WITH SHALLOTS, DATES AND APRICOTS

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Found in the Williams-Sonoma "Taste" cookbook, this recipe is sweet and savory and so comforting. It is best served with basmati rice.

Provided by KissKiss

Categories     Stew

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 chicken thighs
salt and pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
10 bay leaves
4 large shallots, sliced in 1/4-inch rounds
2/3 cup dry red wine
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
8 dates, pitted and halved
4 dried apricots, quartered

Steps:

  • If preferred, trim the fat and skin from the chicken. Rinse, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot with a lid (to be used later) over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken and bay leaves and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes on each side. Add a 1/2 cup water, cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 35-40 minutes.
  • Pour off pan juices and reserve. Pile chicken on one side of the pan, raise the heat to medium and add the shallots. Cook until the soften, about 2 minutes.
  • Add wine and vinegar, and scrape up the brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Add dates and apricots, then redistribute the chicken in the pot.
  • Add the reserved liquid and simmer until chicken is heated through and tender, about 12-15 minutes.
  • Remove and discard bay leaves. Serve immediately.

Aaron George
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This was an easy and delicious recipe. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The dates and apricots added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely make this dish again.


Alicia Atkinson
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I loved the combination of flavors. The dates and apricots added a nice sweetness that balanced out the savory flavors perfectly. I would definitely make this dish


Christopher Toler
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The dates and apricots added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely make this dish again, but I would make a few changes to the recipe.


Mariam Zakaria
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This dish was a bit bland. I think I needed to add more spices. The chicken was cooked well, and the sauce was good, but it just needed a little more flavor.


Sebastian Bundy
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The chicken was a bit dry. I think I overcooked it. The sauce was good, but the dates and apricots were a bit too sweet for my taste.


Md Dipo
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less dates and apricots next time. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


David Bolton
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This dish was easy to make and incredibly delicious. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The dates and apricots added a nice sweetness that balanced out the savory flavors perfectly. I would definitely make this di


Shishir Ahmad
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was delicious. The dates and apricots added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely make this dish again.


khan safi
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This dish was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the combination of flavors. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The dates and apricots added a nice sweetness that balanced out the savory flavors perfectly. I wou


Habib Food
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The chicken was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and decadent. The dates and apricots added a touch of sweetness that balanced out the savory flavors perfec


Osei James
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This dish was a delightful surprise! The combination of chicken, shallots, dates, and apricots created a unique and flavorful dish that was both savory and sweet. The chicken was tender and juicy, while the shallots added a nice sharpness. The dates