Savory Caramelized Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs marinated and caramelized with onions for a flavorful meal.
Equipment
- Skillet or Dutch oven For browning and simmering the chicken.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large onions thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon bouillon powder
- 1 2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry the chicken thighs. Slice the onions and mince the garlic.
- Place the chicken in a large bowl and add the minced garlic, sliced onions, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, bouillon powder, and salt. Mix well and marinate in the fridge for 2 hours or overnight.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, scraping off excess marinade and onions, but keep them aside.
- In a skillet or large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Once browned, remove the chicken from the skillet. Add the sliced onions and the reserved marinade to the skillet. Cook on low to medium-low heat for about 5 minutes until the onions caramelize.
- Return the browned chicken to the skillet with the caramelized onions. Pour in the chicken broth and cook for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Taste the dish and adjust salt if necessary before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider garnishing with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme before serving.