Chef John’s Roman-Style Chicken

Chef John's Roman-Style Chicken Chicken Thigh Recipes

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Chef John's Roman-Style Chicken

Chef John's Roman-Style Chicken

Prep Time:
30 mins

Cook Time:
1 hr

Refrigerate Time:
2 hrs

Total Time:
3 hrs 30 mins

Servings:
6

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  • 6 large bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 1/2-3 pounds)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

  • 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 yellow onion, sliced

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon capers

  • 1 anchovy filet

  • 1 cup white wine

  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce

  • 1/2 cup water

  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon paste

  • 3 red or orange bell peppers, seeded and cut into 3/8-inch strips

  • 3 slices prosciutto, cut into strips

  • chopped Italian parsley (optional)

Directions

  • Use a sharp knife to make 2 cuts through the skin in the center of the thigh, down to the bone, about one inch apart from each other. Once cut, transfer thighs into a mixing bowl.


  • Drizzle with 2 teaspoons olive oil, and season with salt, black pepper, cayenne, and dried herbs. Use tongs to toss until very thoroughly coated. Wrap and refrigerate chicken for at least 2 hours, or up to 12 hours.


  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).


  • Heat remaining olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken, skin side down, and cook until a deep golden brown crust has formed, 5 to 6 minutes. Turn chicken over and cook for 3 minutes more. Turn off heat, remove chicken to a plate, and set aside.


  • Turn heat back on to medium, and add onions. Cook, stirring, for a few minutes or until the onions just begin to soften. Make a space in the center of the pan, and add garlic, capers, and anchovy. Cook for about 1 minute, while stirring and smashing with the edge of a wooden spoon or spatula.


  • Pour in wine, and raise the heat to high. Cook, stirring occasionally, for a few minutes until the wine reduces by about half. Add the tomato and water and stir to combine. Return mixture to a boil, and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid reduces slightly, 3 to 4 minutes.


  • Add sliced peppers, and mix in evenly. Scatter about 3/4 of prosciutto slices evenly over the top. Place chicken thighs back on top, spaced evenly, skin side up. Place remaining prosciutto slices between chicken pieces.


  • Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is cooked through and the top is nicely browned, 40 to 45 minutes.


  • Top with parsley and serve immediately on olive oil mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.

    Chef John's Roman-Style Chicken

    Chef John's Roman-Style Chicken

    John Mitzewich

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    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    458
    Calories

    27g
    Fat

    11g
    Carbs

    40g
    Protein

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    Nutrition Facts

    Servings Per Recipe
    6

    Calories
    458

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat
    27g

    34%

    Saturated Fat
    7g

    36%

    Cholesterol
    200mg

    67%

    Sodium
    1154mg

    50%

    Total Carbohydrate
    11g

    4%

    Dietary Fiber
    2g

    8%

    Total Sugars
    5g

    Protein
    40g

    80%

    Vitamin C
    37mg

    41%

    Calcium
    70mg

    5%

    Iron
    3mg

    19%

    Potassium
    770mg

    16%

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

    (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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