Braised Chicken Mama Knox Recipes

BRAISED CHICKEN MAMA KNOX

Steps:

• preheat oven to 375*F (190*).
• heat oil in large ovenproof casserole. when hot, add chicken and cook 4 to 5 minutes over medium heat.
• turn pieces over, continue cooking 4-5 minutes.
• add onions, and butter, cook 6 to 7 minutes.
• pour in beef stock and add herbs, bring to a boil.
• mix in tomato paste and simmer 1 minute over low heat.
• place casserole in oven and cook covered for 20 minutes.
• add carrots and potatoes, continue cooking covered for 15 minutes.
• add mushrooms and finish cooking 5 minutes.
• serve.

BRAISED CHICKEN WITH POTATOES, OLIVES, AND LEMON

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Season chicken with salt. Heat a large, heavy ovenproof skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat. Swirl in oil. Cook chicken, skin side down, until browned, about 5 minutes. Flip chicken, and push to side of skillet. Add 1 cup stock and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add potatoes to liquid. Bring to a boil. Add garlic, olives, lemon wedges, and thyme to liquid. Return to a boil.
• Transfer skillet to oven. Roast, stirring potatoes halfway through, until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes.
• Return skillet to stove. Mix cornstarch with remaining 1/4 cup stock, and stir into pan. Bring to a boil to thicken sauce. Serve immediately.