Ginger Chicken with Potatoes

Ginger Chicken with Potatoes is a flavorful dish full of aromas. Here I’ll provide you with a recipe with an Italian twist, combining the spicy taste of ginger with the tradition of good Mediterranean food.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken thighs
• 4 medium-sized potatoes
• 50 grams of fresh ginger
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 1 sprig of rosemary
• 100 ml of white wine
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. Peel the potatoes and cut them into not too small pieces. Peel the ginger and grate about half of it, slicing the rest into thin strips.
3. In a large pan, heat a drizzle of oil and add peeled garlic and rosemary. Sauté for a minute to flavor the oil.
4. Add the chicken thighs and brown them on all sides. During browning, add the grated ginger.
5. Once the chicken is golden, deglaze with white wine and let the alcohol evaporate.
6. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish, add the potatoes and ginger slices. Season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
7. Bake and cook for about 40-50 minutes, or until the chicken and potatoes are well cooked and the chicken skin is crispy.
8. Occasionally, baste the chicken and potatoes with their cooking juices to avoid drying them out and to enhance their flavor.

Serve the ginger chicken with potatoes hot, perhaps accompanied by a fresh and fruity Italian white wine.

Curiosity

Ginger is not just an exotic touch for many dishes, but it is also known for its beneficial properties, including anti-inflammatory action and aiding digestion. In this dish, ginger pairs wonderfully with the rustic taste of potatoes and the succulence of the chicken, creating a comforting yet lively and aromatic dish.