Best 12 Gluten Free Braised Chicken With Fennel And White Beans Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing gluten-free braised chicken recipe, a symphony of flavors that will delight your palate. Succulent chicken pieces are lovingly nestled in a flavorful broth infused with the aromatic essence of fennel and sun-kissed tomatoes. As the chicken braises, it absorbs the delectable flavors of the aromatic vegetables, resulting in a tender and juicy masterpiece. Accompanying the chicken is a delightful medley of white beans, each bean bursting with a creamy texture and a subtle nutty flavor. This delectable dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a testament to the culinary possibilities of gluten-free cooking. Join us as we delve into the details of this irresistible recipe, complete with step-by-step instructions and additional tantalizing recipes to satisfy every palate.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CARAMELIZED FENNEL



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To play up the licorice flavor, I add a pinch of fennel seed and a drizzle of Pernod. The vegetables serve as a bed for seared chicken thighs, ideal for absorbing the herbal aromatics.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large fennel bulbs
1 large clove garlic, roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
6 boneless chicken thighs (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Pernod
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Trim fennel bulbs, and set aside fronds. In a blender or food processor, pulse about 1/2 cup fronds, garlic, lemon zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt until finely chopped. Add 1/3 cup oil and purée.
  • Halve fennel bulbs lengthwise. Slice thinly with a mandoline or very sharp knife.
  • Season chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over high heat. Brown chicken until skin is crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate, leaving drippings in pan.
  • Stir fennel seeds into skillet and cook for 30 seconds. Add sliced fennel and onion, seasoning with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Reduce heat to medium and cook, tossing occasionally, until vegetables are caramelized, 15 to 20 minutes. Add Pernod and scrape up any browned bits in the bottom of the skillet; cook until liquid has evaporated, about 1 minute.
  • Lay chicken on top of the fennel-onion mixture. Pour 3 tablespoons water into the pan. Cover skillet and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook until chicken is just cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Uncover and cook off any excess liquid if necessary. Stir in lemon juice.
  • Serve chicken and vegetables topped with generous dollops of the fennel frond purée.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 507, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 629 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BRAISED FENNEL AND WHITE BEANS



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Warm up a cold winter night with a pot these flavorful beans and vegetables.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium fennel bulb, trimmed, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 3 cups)
1 medium red onion, halved lengthwise and cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 2 cups)
1 can (15 1/2 ounces) white beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
2 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh oregano, plus whole leaves for garnish
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large, heavy saute pan over medium-high heat. Add fennel and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and edges are brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Add beans, stock, chopped oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid has reduced by about half, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in vinegar and butter; remove from heat. Garnish with oregano leaves.

GLUTEN-FREE BRAISED CHICKEN WITH FENNEL AND WHITE BEANS



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Moist and flavorful braised chicken combines with fennel, tomatoes, cannellini beans and rosemary for a fabulous skillet cassoulet.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 cut-up whole chicken (2 1/2 to 3 lb), skin removed
1/4 teaspoon coarse (kosher or sea) salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 fennel bulb, quartered, cored, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into bite-size strips
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic whole peeled tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup dry white wine or Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 can (15 or 19 oz) Progresso™ cannellini beans, drained, rinsed
Chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • In deep 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken pieces to skillet; cook 5 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is light golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet.
  • Add onion, garlic, fennel and bell pepper to skillet. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add chicken, tomatoes, wine and rosemary; break up tomatoes. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes, turning chicken once, until chicken is tender.
  • Stir in beans. Cook uncovered about 5 minutes longer or until sauce is slightly thickened and juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and drumsticks). Serve in shallow bowls; sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 10 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 810 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

GLUTEN-FREE FRIED CHICKEN



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When I was teenager, my brother invited one of his friends over for dinner. His taciturn friend didn't say much through most of the evening. When my mother lay down a platter of golden-brown fried chicken on the table, however, he perked up. When he bit into a drumstick of juicy chicken and crisp crust, he grunted. And then he pounded the table. You don't need gluten to get that kind of reaction. Here's a fried chicken recipe sure to please even the most difficult member of your family.

Provided by Shauna Ahern

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 quart buttermilk
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
Kosher salt and cracked black pepper
Kosher salt and cracked black pepper
560 grams All-Purpose Gluten-Free Flour Mix, recipe follows
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 chicken breasts, each cut in half
2 chicken thighs
2 chicken legs
2 chicken wings
1/2 cup canola oil (you could also use grapeseed or vegetable oil)
400 grams millet flour
300 grams sweet rice flour
300 grams potato starch

Steps:

  • Preparing to cook: Heat the oven to 450 degrees F. Lay down a piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet.
  • Making the batter: Whisk together the buttermilk, paprika, garlic power, and onion powder. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and stir.
  • Making the flour: Whisk together a pinch each of salt and pepper, flour mix, and smoked paprika.
  • Dipping the chicken: Set a large cast-iron skillet on medium-high heat. As the pan is heating, line up the chicken, the bowl of batter, and the spiced flour. Pour the oil into the hot pan.
  • Frying the chicken: When the oil has reached 375 degrees F, dip a piece of chicken in the batter. Shake off any excess liquid. Dip the chicken in the flour and coat it entirely. Place the chicken in the hot oil. Repeat with all the pieces of chicken.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. You can always do this in two batches.
  • Flip the chicken pieces when the bottoms are nicely browned. When both sides are browned, put the chicken pieces onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Finishing the chicken: When all the chicken has been browned and laid on the baking sheet, put the baking sheet in the oven. Cook the chicken until the legs have reached an internal temperature of 185 degrees F and the breasts measure 155 degrees F.
  • Pour all the flours into a large container. (Restaurant supply stores sell large plastic containers that fit this purpose well. You could also use a large glass jar.) Shake and shake and shake harder until all the flours have become one color.

BRAISED CHICKEN WITH FENNEL AND WHITE BEANS



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This is comfort food to me! Wonderful flavors, aromas, and guaranteed to please! Fabulous for every day or for guests.Great served over pasta or parslied rice. Note**the computer will not accept my description of the chicken: you will need a 2 1/2-3 lb. whole chicken, cut up, with skin removed.

Provided by FLUFFSTER

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 (2 1/2-3 lb) whole chickens, cut up skin removed
1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt or 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 fennel bulb, quartered, cored, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into bite-sized strips
1 (28 ounce) can whole canned tomatoes, undrained, cut up
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons flat-leaf Italian parsley, chopped, for garnish if desired

Steps:

  • In deep 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken pieces to skillet; cook 5 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is light golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet.
  • Add onion, garlic, fennel and bell pepper to skillet. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add chicken, tomatoes, wine and rosemary; break up tomatoes. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes, turning chicken once, until chicken is tender.
  • Stir in beans. Cook uncovered about 5 minutes longer or until sauce is slightly thickened and juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and drumsticks). Serve in shallow bowls; sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.8, Fat 40.4, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 133.7, Sodium 910, Carbohydrate 34.1, Fiber 10.6, Sugar 7.9, Protein 40.3

BRAISED CHICKEN & BEANS



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A healthy, low-fat dish that can be doubled or halved with ease. We think this will be a firm favourite in no time

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tbsp olive oil
4 skinless boneless chicken thighs
1 onion , chopped
1 garlic clove , chopped
1 tsp dried thyme
300ml white wine
400g can flageolet bean , rinsed and drained
handful parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a wide pan with a lid, add the chicken, then quickly cook to brown it all over.
  • Tip in the onion, garlic and thyme, then fry for a further 2 mins. Pour in the wine, 150ml water and a little salt and pepper. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 20 mins, covering halfway through the cooking time, until the chicken is tender.
  • Stir the beans into the pan and briefly warm through. Roughly chop the parsley, then scatter over to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 48 grams protein, Sodium 1.11 milligram of sodium

BRAISED FENNEL AND WHITE BEANS



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Make and share this Braised Fennel and White Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by yogiclarebear

Categories     Beans

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium fennel bulb, trimmed, halved lengthwise, and cut crosswise into 1/4 inch thick slices (about 3 cups)
1 medium red onion, halved lengthwise, and cut crosswise into 1/4 inch thick slices (about 2 cups)
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh oregano
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large heavy sauté pan over medium high heat. Add fennel and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and edges are brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Add beans, stock, oregano, 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid has reduced by about half, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in vinegar and butter; remove from heat.
  • Garnish with additional oregano leaves to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 9.4, Sodium 704.6, Carbohydrate 33.9, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 2.2, Protein 10.6

CRISPY BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CANNELLINI BEANS AND GREENS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons grapeseed or other neutral high-heat cooking oil
8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
4 to 5 cloves garlic, rough chop
2 fresh parsley sprigs
2 fresh thyme sprigs
1/4 cup light-bodied dry white wine
1 pound dried cannellini beans, soaked overnight with a few tablespoons salt, or four 15-ounce cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 to 2 quarts rich chicken stock, as needed
4 to 5 cups roughly chopped or torn leaves of stemmed greens (such as kale, Swiss chard, mustard or beet greens)
Extra-virgin olive oil, lemon wedges and chopped fresh parsley leaves, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or pot (at least 4 inches high and large enough to hold the chicken thighs in a single layer; see Cook's Note) over medium-high heat.
  • Thoroughly pat dry the chicken thighs and sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper, seasoning the skins generously. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the pot and cook, undisturbed, until the skins are dark golden, about 8 minutes. They will sizzle a lot but don't worry and do not move the chicken thighs. If the pot starts to smoke or smells like the chicken is burning, reduce the heat a little (see Cook's Note).
  • Flip chicken thighs and cook the other side until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a wire rack set in a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add the onions to pot. Cook, stirring, until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and herbs and cook, stirring, until the onions and garlic are lightly browned. Add the wine, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot (the wine will help loosen the bits).
  • IF USING CANNED BEANS: Return the chicken thighs, skin-side up, to the pot, nestling them between the onions. Add enough chicken stock to cover the onions and garlic and about 3/4 up the chicken thighs, letting the chicken skin sit above the stock. Increase the heat to bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer the chicken for 25 minutes.
  • Remove 2 to 3 chicken thighs from the pot. Add the beans and stir into the stock. Reposition the chicken thighs in the pot on top of the beans so the chicken skin remains exposed. Return the 2 to 3 chicken thighs to the pot, skin-side up. Add more stock to cover the beans, if necessary. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Carefully stir the greens into the beans, around the chicken, then simmer until the greens are tender, 8 to 10 more minutes.
  • IF USING DRIED BEANS: Add the soaked dried beans to the onions and garlic in the pot. Add enough chicken stock to cover the beans by about 2 inches. Increase the heat, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Return the chicken thighs, skin-side up, to the pot, nestling them in the beans slightly so that the skin isn't submerged. Simmer, uncovered, until the beans are tender, adding more stock if the beans start to get too dry, for another 35 minutes. Taste the beans and add salt and/or pepper, to taste. Carefully stir the greens into the beans, around the chicken, then simmer until the greens are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Ladle the beans and greens into shallow bowls then top with the chicken thighs. Add a drizzle of olive oil (for the omega-3 balance!), squeeze of lemon and chopped fresh parsley.

GLUTEN FREE BREADED CHICKEN



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Make and share this Gluten Free Breaded Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ilmar Simanovskis

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 50m

Yield 10 pieces, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 boneless skinless chicken thighs
3/4 cup ground oats (use coffee grinder)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • combine all dry ingredients into a large bowl.
  • whisk milk and egg into a separate bowl.
  • dip each chicken thigh in the milk mixture and then into the dry mixture.
  • place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  • place in oven at 350 F for 30 minutes.

CREAMY WHITE BEAN AND FENNEL CASSEROLE



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This one-pan recipe melds roasted fennel, creamy white beans and salty Parmesan, and tops it with crunchy lemon-zested panko. Fennel is often dismissed because of its perceived licorice notes, but the anise flavor is significantly muted after the vegetable is cooked. Tuck fresh, sliced sausages into the mixture before baking to imitate a simplified cassoulet, turn it into a side dish by pairing it with meat or let the dish live as a main, served with a simple green salad and some rustic bread to sop up the sauce. Reserve the fresh fennel fronds for garnish, which add concentrated fennel flavor and a pop of green.

Provided by Aaron Hutcherson

Categories     easy, casseroles, vegetables, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons olive oil
2 large fennel bulbs (about 2 pounds)
Kosher salt and black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (14-ounce) cans white beans, such as cannellini, great Northern or navy
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons juice (from 1 lemon)
1/2 cup panko
1/2 packed cup finely grated Parmesan (about 1 ounce)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Trim the fennel. Cut it in half lengthwise and slice it crosswise, about 1/4-inch thick (reserve about 1/4 cup roughly chopped fennel fronds). Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium. Add the sliced fennel, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but still retaining a little bite, about 12 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, pour 1 can white beans and its liquid into a blender. Add the heavy cream, lemon juice and 2 tablespoons olive oil and purée until smooth. Drain and rinse the remaining can of beans and transfer it to the skillet along with the bean purée. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Mix the panko with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small bowl. Add the Parmesan, lemon zest and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and toss to coat. Sprinkle evenly over the fennel-white bean mixture.
  • Bake until bubbly and lightly golden on top, about 15 minutes. Broil until topping is browned in spots, 1 to 2 minutes, if desired. Top with reserved fennel fronds and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 426, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 766 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

EMERIL'S BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS



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"When I'm preparing this dish, it's all I can do to wait until it's finished simmering to get a taste of the awesome gravy. You've simply gotta cook some rice to eat with this, no doubt about it." Recipe courtesy of Emeril Lagasse, "Emeril 20-40-60 Fresh Food Fast".

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Thighs

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 chicken thighs (about 2 pounds), trimmed of any excess skin or fat
1 tablespoon Emeril's Original Essence or Creole Seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups thinly sliced yellow onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
6 sprigs fresh thyme, tied in a bundle, or 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 cups chicken stock or canned, low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Steamed white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Season the chicken all over with the Essence and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Place the 1/2 cup flour in a small bowl, and quickly dredge both sides of each thigh in the flour, shaking to remove any excess. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon of the olive oil in a 10- to 12-inch flameproof casserole or saute pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the butter, and when it has melted, place the chicken, skin side down, in the pan. Brown for 2 minutes on each side. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter to the pan, and when it has melted, add the onions, garlic, thyme bundle or rosemary sprigs, remaining 1/2 teaspoon then whisk in the chicken stock and increase the heat to high. Return the chicken, skin side down, to the pan, and bring the stock to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan with a heavy, tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Uncover the pan, stir the bottom of the pan to prevent scorching, and turn the chicken skin side up. Cover the pan, and simmer for 20 minutes longer.
  • Stir the bottom of the pan a final time, re-cover, and simmer for 20 more minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and discard the herb bundle or rosemary sprigs. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter. Add the parsley to the sauce, stir to combine, and then spoon the sauce over the chicken. Serve with steamed white rice.

BRAISED CHICKEN LEGS WITH GRAPES AND FENNEL



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Think of the grapes in this braised chicken recipe like a rustic way to braise chicken in wine. Here you get all the flavor-while saving your wine for drinking.

Provided by Christian Reynoso

Categories     Chicken     Fennel     Grape     Honey     Vinegar     Fall

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 chicken legs (thigh and drumstick; about 3½ lb.), patted dry
4½ tsp. kosher salt, divided
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 medium fennel bulbs (about 1 lb.), plus ¼ cup coarsely chopped fronds
1 lb. Red Flame or green table grapes, stems removed (about 2 cups)
1 cup unsalted chicken broth
¼ cup honey
4 tsp. Calabrian chile paste or chopped Calabrian chiles
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 375°F. Season chicken legs all over with 3 tsp. salt.
  • Swirl 1 Tbsp. oil in a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot to coat and heat over medium-high. Place 2 chicken legs, skin side down, in pot, making sure skin is in direct contact with pan. Cook, undisturbed, until dark golden, about 5 minutes. Turn over and cook until golden on other side, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a large plate. Repeat with remaining 2 chicken legs; reserve pot.
  • Meanwhile, working one at a time, stand a bulb, root end down, on a cutting board and slice off a short end to create a flat surface. Turn cut side down and slice ½" thick, starting from the top end of bulb so the root end can hold the layers in place while you slice. Discard last ¼" (root end) of each bulb and pop out and discard tougher center from slices. Transfer fennel to a large bowl and add half of the grapes, ½ tsp. salt, and remaining 1 Tbsp. oil; toss to coat. Set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium and combine broth, honey, chile paste, and remaining 1 tsp. salt in reserved pot. Stir to combine and dissolve salt. Place remaining grapes in pot and arrange chicken legs, skin side up and overlapping if needed, over grapes. Top with dressed fennel and grapes. (Don't worry if it looks crowded: Fennel will soften as it cooks.)
  • Transfer pot, uncovered, to oven and roast until fennel is slightly softened, with some crispy, caramelized edges, grapes on top are swollen and browned in spots, and chicken is cooked through, 30-40 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer grapes and fennel to a bowl and chicken to a platter. Place pot over medium-high heat and bring braising liquid to a simmer. Cook until reduced by half (you should have about 1 cup liquid), 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vinegar and fennel fronds.
  • Spoon sauce over chicken and serve with fennel and grapes alongside.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, organic vegetables and high-quality chicken for the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When browning the chicken, make sure to leave enough space between the pieces so that they can brown evenly.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before removing it from the heat.
  • Deglaze the pan with white wine: This will help to dissolve any browned bits from the bottom of the pan and add flavor to the sauce.
  • Use a good quality chicken broth: A homemade chicken broth will give the dish the best flavor, but you can also use a store-bought broth if you are short on time.
  • Simmer the chicken for at least 30 minutes: This will help to tenderize the chicken and allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the chicken with a side of mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

This gluten-free braised chicken with fennel and white beans is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and creamy. The fennel and white beans add a nice touch of flavor and texture to the dish. This recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.

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