Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our versatile chicken thigh recipes, featuring a tantalizing combination of flavors and textures. From the classic pairing of chicken and pancetta in a creamy sauce to the aromatic fusion of herbs and spices in our Mediterranean-inspired dish, each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Discover the secrets of creating juicy, succulent chicken thighs complemented by crispy pancetta, and explore the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our specially curated selection. Whether you prefer a comforting one-pan meal or a zesty grilled extravaganza, our recipes cater to every palate and cooking style. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
PAN FRIED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH PANCETTA CREAM OVER CONFIT POTATOES
Steps:
- Chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper, to taste. Season the flour and the panko with salt and pepper. Add the oregano and paprika to the panko and mix to combine. Put the flour, panko and eggs in separate bowls. Dip the chicken first in flour to coat, then in the eggs. Let the excess egg drain off and then evenly coat in the seasoned panko crumbs.
- In a deep saute pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Put the chicken thighs in the hot oil and cook on first side until golden brown, then turn on the other side. Cook until the internal temperature of the chicken registers 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 5 to 6 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels. Season lightly with salt while the chicken is still hot.
- Cream sauce: In a saucepot over medium heat, add the pancetta and render until some of the fat is released. Add the shallots and garlic and cook until translucent, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and let simmer until reduced by half. Season with salt and pepper, to taste and stir in the chopped sage.
- To serve: Divide the potatoes between 2 plates and top each with 2 chicken thighs. Spoon some of the cream sauce over the top and serve.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In an oven-proof dish, toss together the potatoes, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and salt and pepper, to taste. Pour the olive oil over top until the potatoes are covered. Cook the potatoes in the oven until tender, about 45 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the potatoes from the oil and put in a bowl.
CHICKEN WITH PANCETTA AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, weekday, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Put oil in a large skillet, preferably nonstick; turn heat to medium-high. A minute later, add pancetta, and cook, stirring occasionally, about a minute. Add chicken, skin side down, and turn heat to medium. Season with salt and pepper; scatter the garlic in the pan.
- Cook chicken, rotating pieces so they brown evenly. After 10 to 15 minutes, when skin side is brown, turn. Season again. Cook until nicely browned all over and nearly done. Remove to a plate, and put in oven.
- Remove all but 2 tablespoons of fat from pan. Add wine or water; raise heat to high. Cook, stirring occasionally and scraping bottom of pan to loosen browned bits. When sauce is thick and glossy, barely covering bottom of pan, turn off heat, and stir in vinegar. Spoon sauce, pancetta and garlic over chicken, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 325, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 373 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SHEET-PAN CHICKEN WITH JAMMY TOMATOES AND PANCETTA
In this relatively speedy sheet-pan dinner, boneless, skinless chicken thighs are seasoned with a savory, cumin-scented spice mix and roasted with whole garlic cloves and cherry tomatoes, which turn soft and sweet in the oven's heat. If you have ripe summer cherry tomatoes, you can skip the brown sugar. If you'd rather use boneless chicken breasts, reduce the cooking time by about 5 to 7 minutes. This makes a light meal on its own, but you can add rice or crusty bread, and maybe a salad, if you need something more substantial.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, weekday, poultry, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Season chicken all over with salt, and place on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Smash all the garlic cloves with the side of a knife and peel them. Finely grate one garlic clove and put it in a small bowl. Stir in the 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice, paprika, oregano, brown sugar (if using) and cumin. Pour over chicken, tossing to coat.
- Add tomatoes and remaining smashed, peeled garlic cloves to baking sheet, spreading them out around the chicken. Season tomatoes lightly with salt and drizzle with a little more olive oil. Scatter pancetta on top.
- Roast until chicken is golden and cooked through, about 30 to 35 minutes. After 15 minutes, stir the tomatoes and pancetta, but don't disturb the chicken.
- Transfer chicken to plates. Stir the tomatoes and pancetta around in the pan, scraping up all the delicious browned bits from the bottom and sides, and stir in the herbs and black pepper to taste. Taste and add salt, if needed, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, if you like. Spoon tomatoes, garlic and pancetta over the chicken to serve.
ROAST CHICKEN WITH PANCETTA AND OLIVES
Oltranti and his family prepare this dish with rabbit, but it's equally appealing with chicken. Roasted with super-savory pancetta and olives, the garlicky meat stays moist in a shallow bath of white wine.
Provided by Toni Oltranti
Categories Chicken Garlic Olive Roast Dinner Bacon White Wine Family Reunion Gourmet Sugar Conscious Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in middle.
- Toss chicken with oil, thyme, rosemary, sea salt, red-pepper flakes, and 1 teaspoon pepper, rubbing mixture into chicken.
- Arrange chicken, skin side up, in 1 layer in a 17-by 11-inch 4-sided sheet pan. Scatter garlic and pancetta on top and roast until chicken begins to brown, about 20 minutes. Drizzle wine over chicken and roast 8 minutes more. Scatter olives over chicken and roast until skin is golden brown and chicken is cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes more. Let stand 10 minutes.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish. Look for fresh, organic chicken thighs and pancetta that is not too salty.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: Give the chicken thighs enough space to cook evenly. If you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will steam instead of fry and will not get crispy.
- Cook the chicken thighs over a medium-high heat: This will help them to brown quickly and develop a nice crust.
- Flip the chicken thighs halfway through cooking: This will ensure that they cook evenly on both sides.
- Add the pancetta towards the end of cooking: This will prevent it from becoming too crispy and hard.
- Serve the chicken thighs immediately: They are best enjoyed hot and crispy.
Conclusion:
Chicken thighs with pancetta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken thighs are juicy and flavorful, and the pancetta adds a salty, smoky flavor that takes the dish to the next level. Serve with a simple salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
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