Chicken Confit

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 300 degrees.
2. 2
   Put chicken in a pan just large enough to fit it comfortably and deep enough for oil to completely cover chicken.
3. 3
   Add remaining ingredients.
4. 4
   Place on stovetop over medium-high heat, and cook only until bubbles come up.
5. 5
   Transfer pan to oven, uncovered.
6. 6
   Cook for about two hours; oil should be bubbling, but just barely; adjust oven heat as necessary.
7. 7
   When done, meat can be easily pierced with a thin-bladed knife.
8. 8
   Cool slightly, then remove chicken from oil.
9. 9
   Strain and reserve oil for another use (store in refrigerator).
10. 10
    Meat may be refrigerated for several days before using.
11. 11
    To reheat, put 2 tablespoons reserved oil into a skillet over medium heat.
12. 12
    Add chicken and cook on both sides until nicely browned, 15 minutes.
13. 13
    Serve hot or at room temperature, preferably on a bed of dressed greens.