"Sauerkraut simmered with vegetables, apple, and juniper berries is a perfect match for bacon and chicken thighs. The robust combination of flavors makes this a great hearty winter dish...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 slices bacon
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8 chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds in all)
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3/4 salt
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1/4 fresh-ground black pepper
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1 onion
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1 carrot
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1 tart apple
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3 drained and rinsed sauerkraut (about 1 1/2 pounds)
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1 canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock
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1 Dijon mustard
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10 juniper berries
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1 bay leaf