Poulet Provençal Monaco
A flavorful chicken dish inspired by Provençal flavors, featuring tender chicken pieces braised with tomatoes, olives, herbs, and a hint of lemon, reflecting Monaco's Mediterranean culinary heritage.
🧂 Ingredients
- 8 bone-in, skin-on Chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 medium, thinly sliced Onions
- 4 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 28-ounce can Crushed tomatoes
- 0.5 cup, pitted Kalamata olives
- 2 teaspoons Herbes de Provence
- 1 zest and juice of Lemon
- 0.5 cup White wine
- 1 teaspoon, or to taste Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon, or to taste Black pepper
- 0.25 cup, chopped, for garnish Fresh parsley
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
💡 Tip: Ensuring the chicken is dry helps achieve a crispier skin. - 2
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs, skin-side down, until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- 3
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and cook until softened and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Pour in the white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- 5
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Kalamata olives, Herbes de Provence, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
💡 Tip: Adjust seasoning as needed. - 6
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
💡 Tip: Ensure the chicken is partially submerged in the sauce. - 7
Cover the skillet and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- 8
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
💡 Tip: Fresh herbs add a burst of freshness.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
- ✓Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- ✓This dish can also be made with chicken breasts, but adjust cooking time to avoid drying out.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- Incorporate a splash of pastis for an anise flavor.
- Use a mix of chicken pieces like drumsticks and thighs.