SKILLET CHICKEN AND FARRO WITH CARAMELIZED LEEKS
This very savory skillet dinner features golden pieces of bone-in chicken nestled in a leek and farro pilaf. You might be surprised to see the leek greens used along with the whites. But, because the slices are sautéed until tender and then simmered with the farro, they turn soft and sweet, and contribute loads of deep onion flavor. (Added bonus: It's nice to use the whole vegetable.) A simple tomato relish garnishes the top, adding juicy freshness to this hearty one-pot meal.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories weekday, poultry, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season all over with salt and pepper, and set aside while preparing the leeks.
- Trim roots from leeks, then cut away any wilted, yellowing or browned parts from the greens. Slice leeks in half lengthwise. Wash well under cold running water to remove any soil, then shake dry. Thinly slice the leeks (including the greens) into half-moons. You should have about 6 cups. Measure out about 2 tablespoons of sliced leek whites and set them aside for garnish.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. When the oil thins and coats the bottom of the pan, add half the chicken and cook until browned on both sides, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate and repeat with remaining chicken.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet and stir in the leeks and a pinch of salt. Sauté until tender and golden brown, 10 to 13 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in spices, thyme and tomato paste, and cook until tomato paste darkens and caramelizes, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer, scraping up the browned bits on the bottom of the pan. Stir in farro and 1 teaspoon salt. When the liquid comes to a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low and nestle in the browned chicken, skin-side up; pour in any juices from the plate. Cover pan and let cook until the farro is tender and the chicken is cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, toss together the reserved leek whites, chopped tomatoes and parsley. Season to taste with salt, pepper and an acid like lemon or lime juice or vinegar. The mixture should taste tangy and bright.
- Discard the thyme sprigs, and serve chicken and farro topped with some of the tomato mixture.
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Mohammad Roben
[email protected]This dish was so delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the farro was tender and flavorful. The caramelized leeks were the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Starbowy Rick Robinson
[email protected]This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but the flavors were still good. The chicken was cooked well and the farro was tender. The caramelized leeks were a nice touch, but I would have liked them to be a bit more caramelized.
Potaya “The Legend of Hope” Ruben
[email protected]I loved this dish! It was easy to make and the flavors were incredible. The chicken was so juicy and the farro was cooked perfectly. The caramelized leeks added a delicious sweetness and depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Dana Bradfield
[email protected]This dish was amazing! The chicken was cooked to perfection, the farro was tender and flavorful, and the caramelized leeks were the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Arfina Akhi
[email protected]This dish was a disaster! The chicken was burnt, the farro was undercooked, and the caramelized leeks were bitter. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Precy Joy
[email protected]I wasn't a fan of this dish. The chicken was overcooked and the farro was mushy. The caramelized leeks were the only thing that I liked about the dish.
Gaman Gurung
[email protected]This dish was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry and the farro was a bit bland. The caramelized leeks were the best part of the dish, but they couldn't save it from being just average.
Ahmad Muhammadi
[email protected]This dish was a bit too oily for my taste, but the flavors were good. The chicken was cooked well and the farro was tender. The caramelized leeks were a nice touch, but I would have liked them to be a bit more caramelized.
Egshiglen Batireedui
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the farro is always tender and flavorful. The caramelized leeks are the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe.
Prema nondy
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the farro was cooked perfectly. The caramelized leeks added a delicious sweetness and depth of flavor. I served this dish with a side of roasted vegetables and it
Ricobella shayna
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of farro, but this dish changed my mind. The farro was perfectly cooked and had a great nutty flavor. The chicken was also very flavorful and juicy. The caramelized leeks added a nice touch of sweetness and complexity. Overall,
BASIT Khattak
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was delicious! I love the combination of chicken, farro, and caramelized leeks. The flavors were well-balanced and the dish was very satisfying. I would highly recommend this recipe.
Pioneer Pioneer
[email protected]This skillet chicken and farro dish with caramelized leeks was a hit with my family! The chicken was perfectly cooked and flavorful, the farro was tender and nutty, and the caramelized leeks added a wonderful sweetness and depth of flavor. I will def