Braised Chicken with Celery and Garlic

Ingredients

6 Chicken thighs with skin and bone 

2 Tbsp olive oil

10 Garlic cloves, halved

3 Celery ribs, cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces

1 Carrot, Sliced thickly 

1 Cup dry white wine

1 Cup water

Method

1. Pat chicken dry and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper. 

2. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers. 

3. Sear chicken, skin side down, in 2 batches until golden brown (do not turn), 3 to 5 minutes, then transfer to a plate.

4. Cook garlic, carrot and celery in skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden and just beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. 

5. Add wine and boil, uncovered, until reduced by about half, 3 to 5 minutes. 

6. Add water and bring to a simmer.

7. Return chicken, skin side up, to skillet and simmer, partially covered, until cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.

8. Enjoy!