Braised Chicken with Figs without stock

8 organic boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 11/2 pounds), trimmed of excess fat Sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive[...]

3 1/2 pounds chicken breast halves, thighs, and drumsticks 1 tablespoon all purpose flour 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 pounds shallots (about 11[...]

1 pound tomatoes (3 to 4 medium), cut into wedges 1 large onion, cut into wedges, leaving root ends intact 1/2 cup drained brine-cured black olives, pitted if[...]