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How to Make Fresh Fig & Chicken Thighs w/ Shallot-Balsamic Reduction - A Step-by-Step Guide

Fig season is a special time of year. The juicy, sweet fruit is only available for a short period, making it a highly sought-after ingredient for chefs and foodies alike. One of the best ways to enjoy fresh figs is to pair them with savory ingredients, and this recipe for Fresh Fig & Chicken Thighs with Shallot-Balsamic Reduction does just that.

The combination of tender, juicy chicken thighs with the lusciousness of fresh figs creates a flavor profile that is both unique and utterly ...

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Ingredients

  • 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 10 fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 large shallot, sliced lengthwise
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
  • fresh rosemary, for garnish

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 chicken thighs

  • Pat chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken thighs and cook, 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Add figs, chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, and shallot. Bring contents to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and let simmer until chicken thighs are no longer pink in the centers and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 8 minutes. Transfer thighs to a serving plate and keep warm.
  • Remove figs from the skillet using a slotted spoon and place them around the chicken on the plate.
  • Add minced rosemary to the skillet contents, increase heat to medium-high, and allow contents to come to a full boil to create a the reduction. Continue to boil, stirring often, until liquid reduces to approximately 1 cup, 8 to 10 minutes. Drizzle balsamic reduction over chicken and figs and garnish with rosemary sprigs. Serve warm.

    • Nutrition

    200 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 44mg
    • Sodium: 281mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 286mg

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