Sautéed Chicken Provençal with Garlic and Herbs

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Tender chicken thighs cooked with garlic, fresh herbs, and a splash of white wine, offering a fragrant and flavorful French countryside dish. This french-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 French cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in chicken thighs and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sauté for 6-7 minutes until golden and crispy, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Lower heat to medium, add 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme, and 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary to the skillet; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits, and simmer for 3 minutes until the wine reduces slightly.
  5. Step 5: Add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, stirring for 2 minutes until they begin to soften.
  6. Step 6: Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce and tomatoes over the thighs, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Chicken Provençal with Garlic and Herbs take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sautéed Chicken Provençal with Garlic and Herbs?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken Provençal with Garlic and Herbs?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sautéed Chicken Provençal with Garlic and Herbs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Sautéed Chicken Provençal with Garlic and Herbs?

French chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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