Macedonian Chicken with Prunes and Apricots

Name: Macedonian Chicken with Prunes and Apricots
Prep time: PT20 minutes
Cook time: PT1 hour 30 minutes
Total time: PT1 hour 50 minutes
Yield: 6
Cuisine: North Macedonia
Ingredients: 1.5 kg Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on, cut into serving pieces); 2 large Onions (chopped); 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced); 200 g Dried prunes (pitted); 150 g Dried apricots; 200 ml Red wine; 300 ml Chicken broth; 3 tbsp Olive oil; 2 tbsp All-purpose flour; 1 tsp Paprika; 1 Cinnamon stick; 1 Bay leaf; to taste Salt; to taste Black pepper; for garnish Fresh parsley (chopped)

A rich and flavorful stew featuring tender chicken pieces braised with sweet prunes and apricots, aromatic spices, and a hint of red wine. This dish balances savory and sweet notes, making it a comforting and celebratory meal.

準備時間20 minutes

調理時間1 hour 30 minutes

合計時間1 hour 50 minutes

分量6

難易度Medium

オリジナル· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 作り方

1
Pat the chicken pieces dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
💡 プロのコツ: Ensuring the chicken is dry helps achieve a better sear.
2
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken pieces on all sides until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
3
Add chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened and lightly browned. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4
Sprinkle the flour and paprika over the onions and garlic, stirring to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the flour.
5
Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes to reduce slightly.
6
Return the chicken to the pot. Add the chicken broth, prunes, apricots, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.
💡 プロのコツ: Ensure the liquid mostly covers the chicken.
7
Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the chicken is very tender.
8
Remove the cinnamon stick and bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. If the sauce is too thin, you can simmer uncovered for a few more minutes to thicken.
💡 プロのコツ: The prunes and apricots will release their natural sweetness and thicken the sauce.
9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley. This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

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💡 プロのコツ

✓For a deeper flavor, you can marinate the chicken in red wine and spices overnight.
✓If you don't have red wine, a dry white wine or even extra chicken broth can be used, though the flavor profile will change.
✓Adjust the amount of prunes and apricots to your preference for sweetness.

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Add a handful of toasted walnuts in the last 15 minutes of cooking for added texture.
Include a pinch of ground cloves or nutmeg for a warmer spice profile.
Use chicken breast instead of thighs, but reduce cooking time to avoid drying out.