Chicken with Polenta
Comforting braised chicken legs served over creamy polenta, finished with fresh parsley. A simple, hearty meal that comes together in one pot.
- Total time
- 55 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Season the 4 chicken legs with 1/2 tsp salt. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the chicken legs skin-side down and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Step 3
Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 sliced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, cook until soft, about 4 minutes.
Step 4
Pour in 3 cups chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Return the chicken to the pot, bring to a simmer.
Step 5
Cover and simmer gently until chicken is tender and cooked through, about 30 minutes. Remove chicken and keep warm.
Step 6
Whisk 1 cup polenta into the simmering broth. Cook, stirring often, until thick and creamy, about 15 minutes.
Step 7
Season polenta with remaining 1/2 tsp salt. Serve chicken over polenta, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped parsley.
Step 8
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid
- whisk
- measuring cups and spoons
- knife and cutting board
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