Jacques Pepin’s Chicken Thighs

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 17

Jacques Pepin's Chicken Thighs - A Delicious and Savory Chicken Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

280

Sugar

Fat

14g

Jacques Pepin's Chicken Thighs are perfect if you're looking for an easy and delicious dinner recipe that can be prepared in under an hour. This recipe features bone-in chicken thighs cooked to perfection with a savory mushroom and white wine sauce. The chicken is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, making it a perfect dish for a cozy family dinner or a casual dinner party with friends. Overall, Jacques Pepin's Chicken Thighs are a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed any day of the week.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, rubbing the seasoning in completely.
3.	Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken, skin side down, for 8-9 minutes until golden and crispy.
4.	Flip the chicken over and cook on the other side for 2-3 minutes.
5.	Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
6.	In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic and sauté until soft and lightly browned.
7.	Add the mushrooms and continue to cook until the mushrooms have released their liquid and are cooked and browned.
8.	Add the white wine and cook for 1-2 minutes, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits.
9.	Return the chicken to the skillet, skin side up, and spoon the mushroom mixture over the chicken.
10.	Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
11.	Garnish with chopped chives before serving.

PROS

Jacques Pepin’s Chicken Thighs are incredibly flavorful and juicy.

This recipe is easy to make, uses simple ingredients, and can be prepared in under an hour.

It is a perfect dish for a cozy family dinner or a casual dinner party with friends.

The ingredients used in this recipe are all healthy and can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.

CONS

This recipe uses chicken thighs with skin, which can be high in fat and calories.

Be sure to remove the skin before cooking if you are looking for a healthier option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein, and this recipe uses simple ingredients that are all healthy and nutritious.
The mushrooms used in this recipe are an excellent source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making this dish both flavorful and healthy.

	4 chicken thighs , bone in with skin
	3/4 teaspoon salt
	3/4 teaspoon black pepper
	1 small onion , finely diced
	3 large garlic cloves , chopped
	10 ounces mushrooms , chopped into 1/2-inch dice
	1/3 cup dry white wine
	chives , chopped , for garnish