Braised Chicken Thighs with Spinach
Chicken thighs are cooked until golden brown then simmered in a rich onion, garlic, thyme, and rosemary sauce with tender spinach. Recipe source: “Braised Chicken Thighs with Spinach”, USDA MyPlate Kitchen, public domain. Photo: USDA.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 234
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon oil. Add chicken, top side down. Cook on each side until deeply browned. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Step 2
Reheat skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Cook about 5 minutes until the onion is soft and golden. Return the chicken to the pan.
Step 3
Add the water and cover. Continue cooking for about 30 minutes.
Step 4
Add frozen spinach and cook for about 10 minutes. Or, add the fresh spinach and cook about 2 minutes, until it wilts. Serve right away.
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