Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 None large shallots, peeled
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 1/4 lbs chicken drumsticks, skin removed
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • None None Thyme, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp coarsely ground pepper

Method

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat oil in a large frying pan on medium. Add shallots and cook for 6-7 minutes, shaking pan frequently, until pale golden.
  • Sprinkle with sugar and cook for another 3 minutes, until lightly caramelized. Transfer to a baking dish.
  • Add chicken drumsticks, stock, wine, thyme and pepper to baking dish. Combine well and cover dish with foil. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring once.
  • Remove foil and cook for another 10 minutes, basting and turning chicken once or twice. Transfer chicken and shallots to a serving dish and keep warm.
  • Strain cooking liquid into a saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes, until slightly reduced. Season to taste and spoon over chicken. Serve immediately.