Italian Chicken with New Orleans Spaghetti Bordelaise

Emeril Lagasse

Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, 2001

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Total Time:
2 hr 0 min
Prep
30 min
Cook
1 hr 30 min
Yield:
6 to 10 servings
Level:
Intermediate
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Ingredients

  • 12 chicken thighs
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Cayenne
  • 4 heads garlic, cloves separated and peeled
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 cups white wine
  • 3 lemons, quartered
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley
  • Spaghetti Bordelaise, recipe follows

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Place the chicken in a large bowl and lightly coat with salt, pepper, and cayenne.

Crush half of the garlic cloves with the back of a heavy knife. Leave the remaining cloves whole.

Heat 1/2 cup of the oil in a roasting pan large enough to hold the chicken in 1 layer, over 2 burners over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear on both sides. Add the crushed garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and add the remaining ingredients, stirring well to evenly distribute. Cover the pan tightly and roast for 1 hour. Uncover and roast until the chicken is brown and tender, and the garlic is caramelized, about 30 minutes, basting occasionally.

Remove from the oven. Transfer the chicken to a platter and sprinkle with the parsley. Spoon the pan juices over the chicken, or serve on the side.

Spaghetti Bordelaise:

  • 2 pounds dried spaghetti
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup green onions
  • 2 tablespoons white wine
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 cup finely grated Parmesan

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain in a colander.

Meanwhile, in a medium pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and green onions and cook, stirring, until fragrant and starting to turn golden, about 2 minutes. Add the wine, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper, and cook for 2 minutes. Add the butter and parsley and cook for 2 minutes.

Return the drained spaghetti to the pot. Add the sauce, to taste, and toss well to coat. Place in a large serving bowl and coat with the Parmesan.

Yield: 8 to 10 servings

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  • on February 28, 2012

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    EXCELLENT! I made breast (hubby's favorite and thighs (my fave. I halved everything and yes I cooked it according to the recipe time and all. My garlic caramelized, chicken skin crisp and tender meat. The only thing I will do different next time is add more green onion and garlic to the pasta part. Served with spinach salad and Italian bread which is great for all the garlic goodness in this dish!

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  • on February 09, 2012

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    "This is the best meal you've ever cooked" -My roommate.

    The hardest part about the meal was all the herb rendering. I used fresh herbs, so if you sub in dried, it would be a lot easier.

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  • on January 08, 2012

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    This chicken has become my signature dish! I've passed it on so many times, I can't keep count. It's easy and delicious and makes your house smell divine. Thanks Emeril.

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