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Braised Chicken Thighs with Spinach

Braised Chicken Thighs with Spinach

Cost $12.5, save $8

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  • 70 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $12.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 🐓 4 6-ounce bone-in chicken thighs
    • 1 package 10-ounce frozen spinach

  • Seasonings and Oils

    • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
    • 🧂 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

  • Vegetables & Aromatics

    • 🧅 1 small yellow onion, chopped
    • 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • Liquids

    • 💧 1 cup water

STEPS

1

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of oil. Add chicken, top side down, and cook for about 8 minutes on each side, or until deeply browned. Remove the chicken to a dinner plate and set aside.

2

Reheat skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for about 5 minutes until the onion is soft and golden. Return the chicken to the pan.

3

Add the water, cover, and continue cooking for about 30 minutes.

4

Add the frozen spinach and cook for about 10 minutes, or add fresh spinach and cook for about 2 minutes until it wilts. Serve immediately.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

185

Calories

  • 22
    Protein
  • 5
    Carbs
  • 8
    Fats

💡 To save time, use fresh spinach instead of frozen. This reduces cooking time in the final step.For a richer taste, consider substituting water with low-sodium chicken broth.This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes or steamed rice.