Red Wine Braised Chicken Thigh

A tender chicken thigh slowly braised in rich red wine with aromatic herbs and vegetables, creating a flavorful and comforting main dish perfect for a cozy dinner.

Steps

1. Season the chicken thigh with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken skin-side down until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
3. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3 minutes.
4. Remove the chicken and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add shallot and garlic, sauté until softened.
6. Pour in the red wine and chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the pan.
7. Add the thyme sprig and return the chicken to the skillet.
8. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
9. Remove the chicken and thyme.
10. Increase heat and reduce the sauce slightly to thicken.
11. Serve the chicken topped with the wine sauce.