Saffron-Poached Chicken with Crispy Chickpea Croutons & Charred Radicchio
Prep 15 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium
A sophisticated French Provençal-inspired dinner featuring tender poached chicken infused with saffron and white wine, topped with shatteringly crisp pan-fried chickpeas, served alongside bitter charred radicchio that balances the delicate broth. This is comfort elevated with Mediterranean elegance.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, Halved horizontally for even cooking
- 0.5 gram Saffron threads, Premium quality
- 1 cup Dry white wine, Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
- 2 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 oz) Canned chickpeas, Drained and patted very dry
- 5 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil, Divided
- 1 head Radicchio, Cut into 8 wedges
- 2 medium Shallots, Thinly sliced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, Minced
- 4 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt, Plus more to taste
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