Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
2 piece

chicken breast

skinned, halved

2 piece

chicken thighs

skinned

2 piece

chicken drumsticks

skinned

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

black pepper

1 tbsp

olive oil

3 cup

onion

vertically sliced

1 tbsp

fresh ginger

chopped, peeled

1 tsp

curry powder

0.5 tsp

ground cinnamon

0.5 tsp

ground cardamom

0.25 tsp

ground red pepper

2 piece

garlic

thinly sliced

0.5 cup

chicken broth

fat-free, less-sodium

0.5 cup

white wine

dry

3 tbsp

dates

chopped, pitted

3 tbsp

golden raisins

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~6 min

Sprinkle chicken with salt and black pepper.

Step 3
~6 min

Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~6 min

Add chicken and cook for 4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove chicken from the pan.

Step 5
~6 min

Add the onion to the pan and reduce heat to medium-low.

Step 6
~6 min

Cook onion for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.

Step 7
~6 min

Add ginger, curry powder, cinnamon, cardamom, red pepper, and garlic to the pan.

Step 8
~6 min

Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 9
~6 min

Return the chicken to the pan with the onion and spice mixture.

Step 10
~6 min

Stir in chicken broth, white wine, dates, and golden raisins.

Step 11
~6 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 12
~6 min

Cover the Dutch oven and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red pepper to your preferred level of spice.

For a richer flavor, brown the chicken in butter before braising.

Serve with rice, couscous, or flatbread for a complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of rice or couscous.

Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad
Roasted Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Africa

Cultural Significance

Reflects the spice trade influences in the region's cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Dinner
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

65/100

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