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Senegalese Chicken

Savory Senegalese Chicken with Sweet Caramelized Onions

Indulge in this easy Senegalese Chicken recipe with tender marinated chicken, tangy lemon, and sweet caramelized onions.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Senegalese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Substitute with chicken breasts if preferred.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Fresh is best, but bottled works too.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Whole-grain or spicy brown can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to heat preference; can omit.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
Cooking Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Can swap with vegetable or avocado oil.
  • 2 pieces Onions Thinly sliced yellow or white onions.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium store-bought or homemade recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Bouillon Powder Optional; skip if using enough chicken broth.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry chicken thighs. Combine with minced garlic, sliced onions, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, cayenne pepper, and salt in a bowl. Coat the chicken thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  2. Remove the chicken from the marinade, scraping off excess. Set aside reserved marinade for later.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken thighs and brown for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden. Transfer to a plate and reduce heat to medium.
  4. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and reserved marinade. Sauté for around 5 minutes until onions become soft and golden.
  5. Return the browned chicken to the skillet, add chicken broth, cover, and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  6. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed. Serve over jasmine rice or with low-carb alternatives.

Notes

Marinate overnight for better flavor. Ensure chicken is well-browned to avoid steaming. Adjust cayenne for spice preference.