Tender chicken thighs simmered with mushrooms, sweet shallots, garlic and rosemary in a rich red-wine sauce. It feels like a proper comfort-food dinner, but it's surprisingly simple to make!
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Heat a large pan over medium-high heat and brown the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.
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Add the shallots and mushrooms to the same pan. Cook for 5 minutes.
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Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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Pour in the red wine and simmer for 2 minutes.
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Add the chicken stock, lentils, rosemary and bay leaves. Return the chicken to the pan.
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Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked.
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Mix the cornstarch with a little cold water until smooth. Stir it into the sauce and cook for 2–3 minutes, until thickened.
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Remove the rosemary and bay leaves, then serve.
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Storage information
Store cooled chicken and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly until piping hot. The cooked dish can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly before serving.
Tip
Lower fat: Use skinless chicken breast instead of thighs.
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