Poulet a la Grecque

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour for coating
• 1 pinch salt and pepper
• 1 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken parts
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 shallots, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3 medium fresh tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cups white wine
• 2 pinches saffron threads
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 3/4 cup raisins
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

Season flour with salt and pepper; coat chicken pieces with seasoned flour.

Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken pieces in skillet; cook, turning once, to brown on both sides, about 6 minutes.

Stir in shallots, onions, and garlic; cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and wine; bring to a boil. Then stir in saffron, curry powder, sugar, raisins, and salt and pepper. Cover, and cook over medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes.