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Skillet Chicken With Grapes and Shallots

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A cozy one-pan dish where juicy chicken thighs are paired with sweet roasted grapes and buttery shallots in a rich, glossy sauce. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 to 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 cups seedless red grapes
  • 3 to 4 shallots, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 to 5 sprigs fresh thyme

Instructions

  1. Set a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Add olive oil to the hot skillet and sear chicken thighs skin-side down until golden and crispy, about 7–8 minutes. Flip and cook another 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add sliced shallots to the same skillet and cook until softened. Stir in minced garlic.
  5. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet. Add grapes and thyme sprigs.
  7. Cover partially and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and grapes are softened.
  8. Remove thyme, swirl in butter, and adjust seasoning.
  9. Serve hot with sauce spooned over the top.

Notes

  • Use a lid during simmering to retain moisture.
  • Add a splash of balsamic vinegar if you like deeper flavor.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes, couscous, or crusty bread.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh with sauce
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg

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