Chicken And Eggplant Agrodolce Sciciliana Recipe

• 1 lrg eggplant (about 1-1/2 pounds), cut into 1-1/2 inch cubes
• 8 x roaster boneless thigh cutlets Salt and grnd pepper to taste
• 1/2 x 3/4 c. extra virgin olive oil, divided
• 2 c. sliced red onions
• 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar or possibly red wine vinegar
• 4 x cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/2 tsp grnd cinnamon
• 2 Tbsp. honey Grated rind of 2 oranges
• 1 can (16-ounces) whole plum tomatoes, liquid removed and cut into thin strips Chopped, fresh parsley and basil (optional)

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