Chicken osso-bucco style - gh_9405

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
8mediumsChicken thighs (2 1/2 lb)
2tablespoonsSalad oil
Salt
8ouncesCarrots
1largeOnion
1largeCelery stalk
1canItalian style stewed tomatos (approx 15oz)
Chopped parsley and grated lemon peel for garnish

Directions

Remove skin and fat from chicken thighs. In 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, in hot salad oil, cook chicken thighs and 1 teaspoon salt until chicken is golden on all sides. Remove to bowl.

Meanwhile, dice carrots, onion, and celery.

In drippings remaining in skillet, cook carrots, onion, and celery until lightly browned. Return chicken to skillet; stir in stewed tomatoes. Over high heat, heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 25 minutes or until chicken is fork-tender and juices run clear when chicken is pierced with a knife. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and grated lemon peel.

Good Housekeeping/May'94/scanned & fixed by DP & GG