Best Braised Chicken with Pears Recipe
There’s nothing quite like a delicious one-pot meal that comes out perfectly succulent and juicy every single time. This roast chicken dish has been a staple in my family for years, and every time I make it, I’m reminded of the comforting flavors that make it a must-try list favorite.
Ingredients
- 4-6 Whole chicken legs and/or chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 1 tsp Curry Powder
- 1/2 cup Honey (the secret ingredient)
- 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Salt
- 4-5 Fresh Bartlett pears or red anjou pears sliced in half, cored, and stems removed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and place an oven-safe pan in the lower third of the oven.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the chicken legs breast side down and braise for several minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from pan.
- Prepare the spice mixture by mixing orange juice, honey, lemon juice, curry powder, and salt in a small bowl until it reaches the consistency of a thick vinaigrette able to be poured over the chicken.
- Season the chicken with salt and black pepper and transfer it to a roasting dish.
- .Arrange the Bartlett pears between the chicken pieces.
- Pour the braising liquid over the chicken, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake for about one hour, basting the chicken and sweet pears often to keep them moist and flavorful.
- Halfway through baking, turn the chicken legs over so they cook evenly and achieve a golden brown color on top.Remove from the preheated oven and let rest for 10 minutes before transferring to a serving platter.Use a wooden spoon to drizzle additional pan juices over the dish before serving.