Red Wine Braised Chicken Thigh

A tender chicken thigh slowly braised in rich red wine with aromatic herbs and garlic, creating a deeply flavorful and comforting main dish perfect for any occasion.

Steps

1. Season the chicken thigh with salt and pepper. 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. 3. Sear the chicken thigh, skin side down, until golden brown (about 5 minutes), then flip and cook for 3 more minutes. 4. Remove the chicken and set aside. 5. In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened. 6. Pour in the red wine and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. 7. Add the thyme sprig and return the chicken to the skillet. 8. Cover and simmer on low heat for 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender. 9. Remove the chicken and reduce the sauce slightly if desired. 10. Serve the chicken topped with the wine sauce.

1 chicken thigh (skin-on, bone-in) 1/2 cup red wine 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 onion, finely chopped 1 sprig fresh thyme 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup chicken broth