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Chicken Thighs with Bell Peppers

17/11/2023

Chicken thighs with bell peppers is a tasty and colorful dish, ideal for a family meal or with friends. Here are the ingredients and procedure to prepare this delicious dish.

Ingredients

  • 4 whole chicken thighs (or 8 upper thighs)
  • 2 bell peppers of different colors (e.g., red and yellow) for a more vibrant visual touch
  • 1 medium-sized onion
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • Extra virgin olive oil as needed
  • Salt and pepper as needed
  • A sprig of rosemary or some basil leaves for an Italian touch
  • 100 ml of white wine or chicken broth to deglaze
  • Optional: a pinch of oregano or paprika for a more intense flavor

Preparation

  1. Start by washing and drying the chicken thighs. Season them with salt and pepper and, if you wish, with a pinch of oregano or paprika.
  2. Heat a bit of extra virgin olive oil in a large pan and brown the chicken thighs on all sides until they become golden.
  3. While the chicken is browning, clean the bell peppers by removing the seeds and cut them into strips or pieces. Also, slice the onion and finely chop the garlic.
  4. Once the chicken is well browned, remove the thighs from the pan and set them aside.
  5. In the same pan, add a drizzle of oil if necessary and lightly fry the onion until it becomes translucent. Then add the garlic and let it release its aroma for about a minute.
  6. Add the bell peppers to the pan and cook them for a few minutes until they begin to soften.
  7. Put the chicken back in the pan with the peppers and add the white wine or chicken broth.
  8. Cook over medium-low heat, covered, for about 30-40 minutes or until the chicken is well cooked and the peppers are tender but not mushy.
  9. At the end of cooking, if you wish, add some fresh aromatic herbs such as rosemary or basil to further scent the dish.
  10. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper if necessary, then serve hot.

Curiosity

Chicken with peppers is a dish that lends itself very well to various Italian regional interpretations. In some variants, chunks of tomato or tomato puree are added to create a richer sauce, while in others, a pinch of smoked red pepper (smoked paprika) gives a bolder and slightly spicy flavor.

Chicken Thighs with Bell Peppers