Greek Cinnamon Chicken Recipe

Well, my wife Sue said this is the very best thingRinse the chicken and pat dry. Mix the salt, pepper
that I have ever cooked to date. I must admit thatand cinnamon in a bowl. Rub this seasoning on all
the blend of flavors is really unique. I am not really asides of the chicken. In a large, deep skillet, heat the
fan of cinnamon, but I LOVE the way that it workedolive oil over medium-high heat and add chicken,
in this recipe!browning for about 5 minutes on each side. Then
Ingredients:remove chicken, put on a platter and set aside.
6 to 8 chicken thighs (with skin)Reduce heat to medium and add the onions and
3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oilminced garlic to the skillet. Stir constantly and cook
2 tsp. ground cinnamonfor a few minutes until the onions are tender and a
1 tsp. kosher saltlight golden brown. Add the wine and scrape the
1 tsp. coarse ground black pepperbottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon, loosening
1 (14.5) oz. can diced tomatoes with juiceeverything that is stuck to the bottom of the skillet.
1 (3.8) oz. can sliced ripe olives, drainedAfter a few minutes, add the tomatoes, the olives,
1 (14.5 oz.) can chicken broththe chicken broth, the dried oregano leaves and the
3/4 cup dry, white winedried mint flakes. Stir everything together and return
4 cloves minced garlicthe chicken to the skillet. Cover the skillet and simmer
2 cups yellow onions, dicedover low heat for an hour, or until chicken is
1 tsp. dried oregano leavesthoroughly cooked. Serve the chicken over the pilaf,
1 tsp. dried mint flakescover with the sauce, and sprinkle feta cheese over
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheesethe top. Serves 6 to 8.
6 to 8 servings cooked rice pilafCopyright © 2008 Lee Griffith. All rights
(Cook the pilaf according to instructions on package.)reserved.
Instructions: