Garlic Chicken For Two

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Modified from eatingwell: may/june 2012. the original recipe called for chicken drumsticks. the whole cloves of garlic turn mild and buttery when they’re simmered with chicken in a simple white wine-mustard sauce in this garlic chicken recipe for two. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice, and green beans or broccoli.

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Steps

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Lightly smash garlic cloves with the side of a large knife to loosen the skins.

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Peel.

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Cut the large ones in half.

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Sprinkle chicken with 1 / 8 teaspoon salt and pepper.

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Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.

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Add the garlic and cook , stirring , until beginning to brown , about 2 minutes.

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Remove to a plate with a slotted spoon.

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Add the chicken to the pan and cook until browned on one side , about 5-6 minutes.

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Turn it over and return the garlic to the pan.

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Add wine and cook for 1 minute.

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Whisk broth , mustard , flour and the remaining 1 / 8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.

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Add the mixture to the pan.

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Bring to a boil , then reduce the heat to maintain a lively simmer.

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Cover and cook until the chicken is cooked through and the garlic is tender , 10-11 minutes.

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Serve the chicken with the sauce , sprinkled with chives.

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Ingredients

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garlic, chicken thighs, salt, fresh ground pepper, olive oil, white wine, reduced-sodium chicken broth, dijon mustard, all-purpose flour, fresh chives