Chicken smothered in rhubarb

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
Essence
1tablespoonFlour
¼cupOlive oil
1poundsRhubarb, cut into 1 1/2-inch
Pieces
2mediumsOnions, julienned
1tablespoonMinced garlic
1Bay leaf
Fresh thyme sprigs
1cupWhite wine
3tablespoonsFinely chopped parsley
Garnish: 2 cups cooked white
Rice, warm, 1 tablespoon
Finely chopped
Parsley

Directions

In a mixing bowl, toss the chickens with Essence and flour. In a large heavy pot, heat the olive oil. When the oil is hot, brown the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes on each side. Add the rhubarb and onions. Season with salt and pepper. Stirring constantly, wilt and brown the onions, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen any brown particles, for about 10 minutes. Add the garlic, herbs and wine, cover and reduce the heat. Stir occasionally and cook for about 45 minutes or until the chicken is tender. Stir in the parsley. Arrange the chicken on a platter and garnish with Essence and parsley and serve with rice.

Yield: 6 servings

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