Cider-Braised Chicken with Figs and Caramelized Onions - Chicken Farmers

Ingredients

• 8 oz (230 g) dried figs, preferably Mission
• 2 cups (500 mL) apple cider
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter
• 2 onion(s), large, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) sugar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) lemon juice
• 2 tsp (10 mL) ginger, freshly grated
• 1 1/2 tsp (7.5 mL) thyme, fresh, chopped
• 12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) salt
• 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) pepper
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) balsamic vinegar
• thyme, fresh, for garnish