Catalan-Style Chicken (Or Turkey)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
A savory and flavorful recipe for Catalan-Style Chicken (Or Turkey)
in Main

Prep

40 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 40 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2/3 cup raisins
1/2 cup prune
1 cup dry sherry
3 tablespoons olive oil , divided
4 large chicken thighs or 4 turkey drumsticks
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
3 red onions , thinly sliced
1 can diced tomatoes , drained
3 cups water
2 tablespoons pine nuts

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
550
Sugar
38g
Fat
27g
Catalan-Style Chicken (Or Turkey) is a flavorful and unique recipe that hails from the Catalonia region of Spain. This recipe combines sweet and savory flavors with fruits, sherry, and onions to create a rich and delicious dish. The chicken or turkey is tender and juicy, while the pine nuts add some crunch to the dish. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or when you want to switch up your usual chicken or turkey recipe. It pairs well with roasted vegetables or a side salad.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a small bowl, combine the raisins, prunes, and sherry. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes.
3.Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4.Season the chicken or turkey with salt and pepper and add it to the skillet. Cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer the chicken or turkey to a baking dish.
5.Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet and cook the onions until softened, about 5 minutes.
6.Add the drained tomatoes and the raisin mixture to the skillet. Cook for 10 minutes.
7.Pour the mixture over the chicken or turkey in the baking dish. Add 3 cups of water to the dish and cover with foil.
8.Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken or turkey is cooked through. Remove the foil for the final 10-15 minutes of cooking, allowing the skin to brown and crisp up.
9.Sprinkle with pine nuts before serving.

PROS

This recipe is full of flavor and is a great way to switch up your typical chicken or turkey recipe.

It can be made ahead of time and leftovers keep well in the fridge for a few days.

CONS

This recipe requires some marinating time, so it’s not a quick meal if you’re short on time.

It does require a few steps and some time in the oven, so it’s not the easiest meal to make either.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe uses lean protein and healthy fats from the olive oil and pine nuts.
The raisins and prunes provide some fiber, while the sherry can offer some antioxidants.

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