Chicken In Wine Is Fine Recipe

Ingredients

• 2-1/2 pounds small drumsticks and thighs, either skin on or skin and all fat removed - it’s up to you.
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 onion, quartered and chopped
• 1 celery rib, chopped
• 5 - 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1-1/2 cups dry white wine
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 Tbsp. paprika
• a pinch of dried or fresh thyme (optional)
• fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat Olive oil in a heavy pot ie. Dutch oven, over medium heat.
2. Slowly brown chicken for 15-20 minutes on both sides.
3. After browning the chicken, add onion, celery and garlic.
4. Sprinkle with paprika.
5. Add wine, salt, pepper, bay leaf and thyme to the pot.
6. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer.
7. Cook until the chicken is very tender, 70-80 minutes.
8. Always remove the bay leaf before serving.
9. Serve with boiled potatoes, salad and a freshly baked loaf of bread.