Rheinhessen Wine-Braised Chicken (Rheinhessisches Wein-Braised Chicken)

Rheinhessisches Wein-Braised Chicken, or Rheinhessen Wine-Braised Chicken, is a classic dish from Rhenish-Hessian cuisine that features tender chicken braised in flavorful Rheinhessen wine, creating a rich and aromatic dish.

Rheinhessen Wine-Braised Chicken (Rheinhessisches Wein-Braised Chicken)

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup Rheinhessen wine
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken thighs and brown on both sides, then remove from the pot and set aside.
  4. Add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, and minced garlic to the pot, and cook until softened.
  5. Pour in the Rheinhessen wine and chicken broth, then add the bay leaves.
  6. Return the chicken thighs to the pot, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes until the chicken is tender.
  7. Remove the bay leaves and serve the Rheinhessisches Wein-Braised Chicken hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Dutch oven Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Serve the Rheinhessisches Wein-Braised Chicken with a side of buttered noodles or mashed potatoes.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Use a good quality Rheinhessen wine for the best flavor in this dish.

Cost

$20