One-Pot Paprika ChickenThighs

from reluctantentertainer.com, slightly modified

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 lb skinless, boneless chicken thighs, fat trimmed
• 1 tsp. each Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
• 2 Tbsp. McCormick Smoked Paprika (you can also use regular paprika)
• 2 Tbs. olive oil
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups sliced mushrooms
• 1 lb. red and white small potatoes, in 1-inch chunks
• 2 cups baby carrots
• 2 Tbs. flour
• 1 1/3 cups chicken broth
• 3/4 cup white wine (or white grape juice)
• 1 1/2 Tbs. fresh thyme, finely chopped

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a Ziploc bag, combine about 2 T. smoked paprika, 1 tsp. each of salt and pepper. Mix together and add 4-5 pieces of chicken at a time, lightly shaking. Pull the chicken pieces out and put on a large plate. Repeat the process, adding more spices if needed, until all the chicken has been coated.
2. In a large heavy frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until brown, about 2 minutes on each side. Transfer the chicken to a plate. Repeat the process until all the chicken has been lightly cooked.
3. Add the garlic and onion to the frying pan, stirring for about 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and stir another 2 minutes. Add the potatoes and carrots. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and sauté for about 5 minutes.
4. Gently whisk the flour into the wine. Gradually pour into the vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Add the chicken stock; stir. Return the chicken to the pan and bring to a boil.
5. Cover the pan, and reduce the heat to medium-low, simmering until the chicken and vegetables are cooked. Cook for about 30 minutes. Right before serving, stir the chicken and vegetables; add in the thyme. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper. Serve on farro, rice, or quinoa.

I saved time by using two pans and dividing the recipe evenly between the pans. One pan is too small and you have to do it in batches, which I'm not patient enough for! We aren't mushroom fans so we took those out. Also, I bought a bag of very small white and purple potatoes. My boys didn't even know purple potatoes existed before last night! I didn't even need to cut the potatoes in to chunks. I might try adding green beans next time. We did not sure this over rice or anything else. It was great as it was. 

We really liked the flavors in this dish. It made the whole house smell great too. Add a green salad and you'll have a delicious meal. 

Parent rating: 4.5 stars

Boys say: thumbs up