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Spiced Thighs

Spiced Thighs is built on Ground Cinnamon, Onion Diced, Garlic Minced, Red Pepper Flakes, and Tomato Paste. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

Illustrative photo

Ingredients

• 1/4 tsp
• 1/2 cup
• 1 tbsp
• 1/4 tsp
• 1 tsp
• 1 cup
• 1/2 cup
• 1 tbsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Combine spices and salt in a dish, then rub over chicken thighs; let stand about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a skillet over medium; add chicken, skin side down, and saute until browned on both sides, 10 minutes total.

3. 3

   Remove chicken and pour off all but 1 tablespoon drippings.

4. 4

   Add onion and saute 3 minutes. Stir in the ginger, garlic, pepper flakes, and cinnamon stick; cook just until fragrant, about 1 minute.

5. 5

   Deglaze with wine and tomato paste, stirring to combine. Simmer until liquid evaporates.

6. 6

   Add tomatoes, broth, chickpeas, olives, honey, lemon, and bay leaf; stir to combine.

7. 7

   Arrange reserved chicken on top, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low.

8. 8

   Simmer until chicken is cooked through and sauce is reduced, 20-25 minutes.

9. 9

   Finish with parsley and salt just before serving. Serve with pita bread.