Crispy Skinned Chicken with Braised Cabbage and Bacon
Juicy, crispy skinned chicken thighs meet smoky braised cabbage and bacon in this irresistible one-pan dish. The Woodfire grill adds a whole new layer of flavor, making this a must-try recipe for anyone looking to elevate their weeknight dinner game!
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Servings: 4 people
Calories: 896kcal
Equipment
- Woodfire grill
- Heatproof pan (See info at the bottom of the page)
- Tongs
- Knife and cutting board
- Garlic press (optional)
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoon Dad Dust See Note
- 1 lb bacon cut into lardons
- 1 onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ head cabbage shredded
- 1 cup chicken stock more as needed
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 tablespoon Herbes de Provence or preferred herb blend
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Liberally season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and Dad Dust. Set aside.
- Preheat the Grill: Fill the Woodfire hopper to the top, shake to settle, and preheat on the grill setting for one hour with the pan inside.
- Sear the Chicken: Place the chicken skin-side down in the hot pan. Cook for about 5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Bacon: Add the bacon to the pan and cook until it starts to crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the onions and cook until softened. Stir in the cabbage and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Braise the Cabbage: Add apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic, Herbes de Provence, bay leaves, and chicken stock. Stir well.
- Return Chicken to Pan: Nestle the chicken thighs into the cabbage, ensuring the skin stays above the liquid.
- Finish Cooking: Set the grill to bake mode at 375°F (190°C) and cook for 35-45 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 180-200°F (82-93°C) and is fork-tender.
- Serve & Enjoy: Plate the chicken with a generous scoop of the braised cabbage and bacon. Enjoy that smoky, crispy, juicy goodness!
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Notes
Dad Dust Recipe:
- 120G Granulated Garlic
- 120G Granulated Onion
- 1 tablespoon MSG
- Place all the items in a shaker and mix well.
Nutrition
Calories: 896kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 70g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Monounsaturated Fat: 30g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 218mg | Sodium: 2715mg | Potassium: 852mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 312IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 4mg
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