Spanish Garlic Chicken (Pollo al Ajillo) - Easy Chicken Thighs in Garlic-Wine Sauce Recipe

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Chicken breast is leaner, while drumsticks are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth reduces calories, while water with seasoning is cost-effective.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth, while cayenne is usually less expensive.

Season chicken thighs with salt and freshly ground pepper.

Heat Extra Virgin Olive Oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until browned.

Add chopped garlic and cook until fragrant.

Pour in white wine and simmer until the sauce thickens.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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