Braised Cajun Chicken Thighs
Servings
4Serving size
4 ounces chicken with vegetablesThis recipe can easily be multiplied and makes very good leftovers. Keeps well in the refrigerator for about 3 days.
Serve with Brown Rice or Brown Rice with Parsley or Cheese Grits or Dirty Rice or Mushroom Polenta or Romano Grits
Ingredients
| 1 large White onions (diced) |
| 2 clove Garlic, raw (minced) |
| 12 ounces Carrots, raw (peeled and diced) |
| 16 ounces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs (left whole) |
| 2 cup Water |
| 1/4 tsp. Salt |
| 1 to taste Black pepper |
| 2 tsp. Salt Free Creole Seasoning |
Instructions
Place the onion, garlic, carrots, chicken thighs, water, salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning in a small oven proof pot with a lid.
Cover and place in the oven.
Braise for 50 minutes with the cover on.
Increase the heat to 375°F.
Remove the lid and braise for another 30 minutes.
Serve.
Serve this recipe with one of these starch side dishes.
Brown Rice
In a medium sauce pan, heat the water and salt. When the water boils, stir in the brown rice. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, partially covered, for 40-45 minutes. Do not boil away all of the liquid and do not stir the rice. When a very small amount of…
Brown Rice with Parsley
In a medium sauce pan, heat the water and salt. When the water boils, stir in the brown rice. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, partially covered, for about 45 minutes. Do not boil away all of the liquid and do not stir the rice. When a very small amount…
Cheese Grits
Place the water in a medium sauce pan over high heat. When the water boils, reduce the heat to medium-high and slowly add the grits. Stir continuously while adding the grits. Add the salt and stir. Reduce the heat to medium and cook the grits for 12 minutes, stirring to…
Dirty Rice
In a medium-size saucepan, heat 2 1/2 cups water and the salt. When the liquid comes to a boil, stir in the brown rice. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 40 to 45 minutes. Do not boil away all of the liquid and do not stir the…
Mushroom Polenta
Place the water in a medium sauce pan over high heat. When the water boils, remove the pan from the heat and remove one cup of water and place in a small bowl with the dried mushrooms. Let steep for about 15 minutes. After the mushrooms have steeped, drain the…
Romano Grits
Place the water in a medium sauce pan over high heat. When the water boils reduce the heat to medium-high and slowly add the grits. Stir continuously while adding the grits. Add the salt and stir. Reduce the heat to medium and cook the grits for 12 minutes stirring to…
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Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Recipe Notes
This is a super simple recipe and can be made with about 20 minutes prep time. Slow braising brings a lot of flavor and tenderness to the chicken with minimal work. The flavor is a mellow Cajun taste and if you want it spicier, add more Cajun spice or a bit of red pepper flakes.