Fig and Lemon Chicken
Originally submitted by Kimber and modified by Kaboose.com
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Sweet figs and tart lemon provide a colorful and flavorful contrast in this dish and add a taste of the Mediterranean to roast chicken.
Ingredients
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 1/2 pounds dried figs
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 12 chicken thighs
- salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, brown sugar, vinegar and water; set aside.
- Place figs and lemon slices in the bottom of an 11x16-inch baking/roasting dish. Arrange chicken thighs on top, then pour vinegar mixture over chicken. Finally, sprinkle with salt and dried parsley to taste.
- Bake/roast at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 50 minutes, basting frequently (turn figs if they begin to brown).
- With a slotted spoon, remove chicken, figs and lemon slices from baking dish and place on a warm platter. Skim fat from cooking juices, then pour over chicken as sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
- calories: 322cal
- total fat: 10.5g
- cholesterol: 59mg
- sodium: 62mg
- carbohydrates: 43.8g
- fiber: 7.8g
- protein: 17.7g
Preparation Time: 10 min.
Cooking Time: 50 min.
Ready In: 60 min.
Servings: 12
Cooking Time: 50 min.
Ready In: 60 min.
Servings: 12
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