Balsamic-Braised Chicken Thighs with Figs and Creamy Polenta

Balsamic vinegar and chicken are a classic combination for good reason: the tart balsamic vinegar balances the rich flavor of chicken thighs. I love how the figs chime in with their fruity sweetness in this dish. Add a bed of creamy polenta and the deep, smoky notes of bacon and it all adds up to a whole lot of flavor that’s sure to warm up your taste buds on a cool fall night.