Grandma's Braised Chicken with Tender Potatoes
A soul-warming one-pot braised chicken marinated overnight with garlic and lemon, slowly simmered with aromatic herbs and golden potatoes. Simple, budget-friendly comfort food that fills the kitchen with an irresistible aroma.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 kg (2.2 lb) skinless chicken thighs
- 4 medium potatoes, pre-cooked and halved
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon crushed garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon diced green bell pepper
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon mixed dried herbs
- 1 lemon
- Salt to taste
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Directions
- 1
The night before, marinate the chicken with half the garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Cover and refrigerate until ready to cook.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion and remaining garlic until lightly golden.
- 3
Add the marinated chicken, green bell pepper, soy sauce, bay leaves, and dried herbs. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Cook, stirring frequently, adding small splashes of water as needed to prevent sticking. Adjust salt to taste.
- 5
Once the chicken is fork-tender, carefully fold in the pre-cooked potatoes, being gentle so they don't break apart.
- 6
Cover the pot and shake gently to coat the potatoes in the sauce. Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy with steamed white rice.
💡 Chef's Tip
Overnight marination is the real secret here — it tenderizes the meat and deepens the flavor dramatically. You can swap lemon for lime for a slightly brighter twist.
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