Buckwheat with chicken thighs in the oven
4 servings
60 minutes
Buckwheat with chicken thighs in the oven is a harmonious blend of simplicity and rich flavor. Buckwheat, known for its nutritional value and nutty undertone, absorbs the aromas of spices, vegetables, and juicy chicken meat beautifully. This recipe, popular in European cuisine, is especially valued for its heartiness and ease of preparation. Chicken thighs marinated in a mix of aromatic spices become incredibly tender, while baking in the oven helps retain their juiciness. Onions and carrots add sweetness and depth of flavor to the dish, while bay leaves provide a hint of spiciness. This dish is perfect for a family dinner, and its balance makes it an ideal option for everyday meals. Enjoy your meal!
1
Prepare the necessary ingredients.
2
In a separate container, place 2 teaspoons of dry ground garlic, salt and pepper mix to taste, 1 teaspoon of chicken seasoning, and mix all the spices well.
- Ground dried garlic: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground pepper mix: to taste
- Seasoning for chicken: 1 teaspoon
3
Sprinkle spices on chicken thighs.
- Chicken thighs: 750 g
4
Let the meat marinate for 20 minutes.
5
Pour 50 ml of vegetable oil into the baking dish.
- Vegetable oil: 50 ml
6
Peel the carrot, wash it well, dry it a little, cut it into strips, and place it in a baking dish.
- Carrot: 100 g
7
Peel the onion, wash it well under running water, cut it into strips, and place it in a baking dish. Add 2 bay leaves.
- Onion: 1 head
- Bay leaf: 2 pieces
8
Rinse the buckwheat well under running water, place it in a baking dish, and salt to taste.
- Buckwheat groats: 1 glass
- Salt: to taste
9
Place the prepared chicken thighs on the buckwheat, pour 2 cups of water into the dish, cover it with a lid or foil, and put it in the oven.
- Chicken thighs: 750 g
10
Bake buckwheat with meat in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for about 40 minutes.