These fall-off-the-bone tender chicken thighs from chef Carla Hall are ideal for any night of the week (especially since they’re made in one skillet). Hall starts with herSmoked Paprika and Sun-Dried Tomato Potlikkeras a rich, smoky flavor foundation, then adds Kalamata olives, lemon zest, and fresh herbs for bright, uplifting notes. Making theSmoked Paprika and Sun-Dried Tomato Potlikkeris a crucial step here, so be sure to read through that recipe first.
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What you’ll need
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Large Straight-Sided Skillet
$200 At Amazon
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Instant-Read Thermometer
$35 At Thermoworks
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Tongs
$21 At Amazon
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Wooden Spoon
$7 At Amazon
Ingredients
4 servings
Step 1
Pat chicken dry with paper towels; season with salt and pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Arrange chicken, skin side down, in skillet and cook, undisturbed, until skin is crisp and golden brown, 8–10 minutes. Turn chicken over and cook on other side until golden brown, 5–7 minutes. Using tongs, transfer chicken to a plate, leaving fat behind.
Step 3
Add onions and garlic to skillet. Cook, stirring often, until onions are translucent and beginning to brown at the edges, 6–8 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture is jammy, 5–7 minutes. Stir in potlikker and red pepper flakes, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer.
Step 4
Return chicken to skillet, arranging skin side up. Cover skillet and simmer until chicken is tender and cooked through (an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of thighs should register 165°), 15–17 minutes.
Step 5
Uncover skillet; scatter olives, oregano, parsley, and lemon zest over chicken.
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Back to TopThis was absolutely delicious. Potlikker where have you been all my life??? Try it!!
Seattlefoodie
Seattle, WA
6/1/2023
