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Braised Chicken Thighs and Legs with Tomato (Alexandra Guarnaschelli) Recipe

Braised Chicken Thighs and Legs with Tomato (Alexandra Guarnaschelli) Recipe

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Braised Chicken Thighs and Legs with Tomato (Alexandra Guarnaschelli)

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Ingredients:

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4 tbsp canola oil
6 chicken thighs
6 chicken legs
kosher salt
1 tsp whole cumin seeds
2 tsp chili flakes
1 large white onion, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
1 large ginger knob, peeled and grated
6 garlic cloves, peeled and halved lengthwise
1 (28-oz) can whole, peeled tomatoes
2 cinnamon sticks
4 fresh or dried bay leaves
water , as needed

Directions:

Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over high heat. Arrange the chicken thighs and legs on a tray in a single layer and season them with salt, to taste. Turn the pieces on their other side and season again. When the oil begins to smoke lightly, carefully add the chicken to the oil. Do not overcrowd the pan. Resist the temptation to move or turn the pieces. Allow them to brown on their first side, about 3 to 5 minutes. Use metal tongs to turn the chicken pieces to sear their second side, about 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a tray and set it aside.
In the same skillet, add the cumin seeds and chili flakes, stirring rapidly to give them a quick toast, about 10 to 15 seconds. Add the onions, ginger and garlic and stir to combine. Season the ingredients with salt, to taste, then add the tomatoes, cinnamon, and bay leaves. Allow the mixture to cook and all the flavors to come together, about 10 minutes. Add the chicken back to the pan, keep the heat low and continue cooking until the chicken is cooked through, 30 to 45 minutes. (Chef's note: If the sauce becomes overly thick or begins to stick to the bottom of the skillet, feel free to add some water, about 1/2 cup at a time.)
When the chicken is cooked through, remove and discard the cinnamon sticks and bay leaves. Taste for seasoning and transfer to a serving bowl. Serve alongside the braised cabbage, if desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	314.99 Kcal (1319 kJ)
Calories from fat	136.18 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	15.13g	23%
Cholesterol	180.86mg	60%
Sodium	203.64mg	8%
Potassium	536.07mg	11%
Total Carbs	3.08g	1%
Sugars	0.93g	4%
Dietary Fiber	0.74g	3%
Protein	38.26g	77%
Vitamin C	2.6mg	4%
Iron	2.4mg	13%
Calcium	33.9mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	136.18 Kcal (570 kJ)
Calories from fat	58.87 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.54g	23%
Cholesterol	78.19mg	60%
Sodium	88.04mg	8%
Potassium	231.76mg	11%
Total Carbs	1.33g	1%
Sugars	0.4g	4%
Dietary Fiber	0.32g	3%
Protein	16.54g	77%
Vitamin C	1.1mg	4%
Iron	1mg	13%
Calcium	14.7mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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