If you’re looking for a quick, fragrant, and irresistibly flavored recipe, chicken thighs with white wine are just what you need. It’s one of those dishes that feel like home, of peaceful Sundays, and cooking made with love. Just a few ingredients, a pan, and half an hour to bring something truly special to the table.
The preparation is very easy: extra virgin olive oil, garlic, rosemary, and sage immediately release a hunger-inducing aroma. Then you add the chicken thighs, brown them well on all sides until they become golden and crispy, and finally, deglaze with a good glass of white wine. The result? Tender, juicy chicken with an aromatic sauce perfect for mopping up with bread.
This pan-fried chicken thighs recipe is ideal for those who want to cook something delicious without complicating life.
It’s perfect for a family dinner but also for impressing friends.
And if you want to make it even more special, you can accompany it with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
In short, chicken with white wine is a classic that never disappoints. Try it, and you’ll see: it will become one of your favorite dishes!
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter, All Seasons
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs
- garlic
- rosemary, sage
- 1 glass white wine
- salt
Tools
- 1 Pan stainless steel pan
- 1 Earthenware Pot earthenware pots
- 1 Cutting Board cutting board
Steps
In a large pan, heat the oil with the crushed garlic cloves, rosemary, and sage. Let it infuse over medium heat for a couple of minutes. Add the chicken thighs and brown well on all sides.
They should become nice and crispy and golden — it will take about 10 minutes.
Pour in the white wine and let the alcohol evaporate for a few minutes. Then lower the heat, cover with a lid, and cook for about 25–30 minutes, turning occasionally. Adjust with salt and pepper. If the cooking liquid is too thin, increase the heat to reduce it slightly.
Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or simply with rustic bread to mop up the sauce.
✨Tips
Choose the right wine: use a dry and aromatic white wine like a Vermentino or Trebbiano. Avoid overly sweet wines, as they would alter the dish’s taste.
Perfect browning: don’t rush! Browning the chicken thighs well on all sides is crucial for achieving crispy skin and juicy meat.
Fresh herbs: rosemary and sage are key, but you can also add a bit of thyme or bay leaf for variation.
Irresistible sauce: if you want a creamier sauce, you can add a tablespoon of cream or a knob of butter at the end of cooking.
Ideal sides: mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad are perfect for balancing the dish.
Plenty of bread: the white wine sauce is so good it deserves to be mopped up with a slice of rustic bread.
Tasty variations: try adding golden onions or a few slices of lemon for a different touch and to surprise your guests.
