Basque Chicken

Servings: 4

Author: Chef Connie

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Basque Chicken Stew

Here's a delicious Basque Chicken Stew (Poulet Basquaise) recipe that captures the rich flavors of the Basque Country, a region known for its bold, rustic cuisine. This dish features braised chicken simmered with peppers, tomatoes, and aromatic spices.

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 45 MinTotal time: 1 Hour

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Ingredients

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or a mix of thighs and drumsticks)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes (or 3 fresh tomatoes, chopped)
• ½ cup dry white wine
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp dried thyme (or 2 sprigs fresh thyme)
• 1 bay leaf
• ½ tsp Espelette pepper (or substitute with mild chili flakes or cayenne)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• ½ cup pitted black olives (optional)
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Sear the chicken skin-side down until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and add the sliced onions. Sauté until soft (about 3 minutes).
5. Add the garlic and bell peppers, cooking for another 5 minutes until the peppers are tender.
6. Pour in the white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Let it reduce for 2 minutes.
7. Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, smoked paprika, thyme, bay leaf, and Espelette pepper.
8. Return the chicken to the pot, nestling it into the sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
9. If using olives, stir them in during the last 10 minutes.
10. Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
11. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread, rice, or roasted potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

505

Fat

34 g

Sat. Fat

8 g

Carbs

19 g

Fiber

5 g

Net carbs

14 g

Sugar

9 g

Protein

27 g

Sodium

675 mg

Cholesterol

142 mg

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Basque Chicken is a flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a variety of vibrant vegetables and aromatic spices, reflecting the rich culinary traditions of the Basque region in Spain and France. The recipe typically features chicken pieces seasoned with paprika, garlic, and herbs, sautéed with peppers, onions, and tomatoes. Simmering the ingredients together creates a hearty sauce that infuses the chicken with deep, savory flavors. Often served with rice or crusty bread, Basque Chicken is not only delicious but also a satisfying meal that showcases the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients common in Basque cooking.

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