Braised Chicken Recipe

Cooking Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Chicken

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Rinse the chicken and pat it dry. Season generously with salt and black pepper.

2. 2

   Sear the Chicken

   In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, breast side down, and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for another 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.

3. 3

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

4. 4

   Deglaze the Pot

   If using white wine, pour it into the pot to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.

5. 5

   Add Broth and Herbs

   Pour in the chicken broth and add the thyme and bay leaves. Stir to combine.

6. 6

   Braise the Chicken

   Return the chicken to the pot, breast side up. Bring the liquid to a simmer, then cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

7. 7

   Serve

   Remove the chicken from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes before carving. Serve with the braising liquid and vegetables.