Mom's Chicken with Saffron and Onions

A secret family recipe!

skill level

Easy

time

60-120min

servings

cost

Contributed by : Mario Batali

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step 1

ingredients 1 Large Fryer Chicken (Cut into serving pieces - about 31/2 pounds)
Salt and Cayenne

instructions Season the chicken pieces with salt and cayenne.
step 2

ingredients 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil

instructions In a large cast-iron skillet, heat the oil. When the oil is hot, add the chicken and brown, cooking for 6 to 8 minutes on each side. Remove the chicken to a plate as it is cooked.
step 3

ingredients 1 tablespoon Flour
1 teaspoon Saffron
8 cup Julienne Onions (about 2 1/2 pounds)

instructions Add the flour the saffron and the onions. Season again with salt and cayenne. Stirring constantly, wilt and brown the onions, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned particles, about 10 minutes.
step 4

ingredients 2 Bay Leaves
1/2 cup Pitted Moroccan Olives

instructions Add the chicken pieces, the bay leaves and the olives. Continue stirring, again scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned particles, for about 15 minutes.
step 5

ingredients 1/2 cup Chicken Stock

instructions Add the stock, cover, and reduce the heat to medium. Stir occasionally and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender.
step 6

ingredients

instructions Finish with chopped cilantro, scallions and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds.
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