Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs?

Yes, you can use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs in this Chicken Provencal recipe. Keep in mind that chicken breasts may cook faster than chicken thighs, so adjust the cooking time accordingly.

What is Herbs de Provence?

Herbs de Provence is a blend of herbs typically used in French cuisine. It usually includes thyme, rosemary, oregano, marjoram, and savory.

Can I make Chicken Provencal in a slow cooker?

Yes, you can make Chicken Provencal in a slow cooker. Simply place the chicken and sauce ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.

Can I make Chicken Provencal ahead of time?

Yes, you can make Chicken Provencal ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator or freezer until you're ready to eat it.

What should I serve with Chicken Provencal?

Chicken Provencal is typically served with crusty bread or a side of pasta or rice. You can also serve it with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

Chicken Provencal Recipe

Name: Chicken Provencal Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons herbes de Provence; 1 lemon, quartered; 20 gloves of garlic; 6-8 medium-size shallots, peeled and halved; 3 cups cherry tomatoes; 1 cup green olives; 1 cup chicken broth or dry white wine; 4 sprigs of thyme, for serving

Description

Chicken Provencal combines ease and elegance in one dish! Chicken legs, seasoned with aromatic Herbs de Provence, are cooked with cherry tomatoes, olives, garlic, and shallots until they are melt-in-your-mouth delicious.

Ingredients

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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons herbes de Provence
1 lemon, quartered
20 gloves of garlic
6-8 medium-size shallots, peeled and halved
3 cups cherry tomatoes
1 cup green olives
1 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
4 sprigs of thyme, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Take a shallow bowl and put flour in it. Lightly coat the chicken with the flour and shake off any excess.
Swirl some oil in a large roasting pan. Place the chicken in the pan and season it with herbes de Provence. Arrange the lemon, garlic cloves, cherry tomatoes, green olives and shallots around the chicken in the same pan. Then, pour the chicken broth over everything.
Place the pan in the oven and roast the chicken for 25 to 30 minutes. Then, baste the chicken with the pan juices. Continue roasting for another 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken is crisp and cooked through.
Garnish with sprigs of thyme.
Serve it with crusty bread, over a bed of rice, polenta, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

Storage: Let it cool down to room temperature and transfer to an airtight container. You can keep it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. If you need to store it for longer than that, you can freeze it for up to 3 months.

Reheat: Reheat in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally until it's heated through. You can also reheat it in the microwave in a microwave-safe dish, using short intervals and stirring occasionally until it's heated through.

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Chicken recipes
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Calories: 545 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 813 mg
Fat: 19 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Carbohydrates: 47 g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 22 g
Cholesterol: 83 mg