Basil Chicken Merlot With Wild Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Basil Chicken Merlot With Wild Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided; 3 lbs roasting chickens, cut into individual pieces, skinned; 1 ½ cups cremini mushrooms, cleaned and thickly sliced; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup chicken broth; 6 ounces tomato paste; ⅓ cup merlot or ⅓ cup dry red wine; 1 teaspoon ground oregano; 2 teaspoons sugar; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced; 3 cups cooked ziti pasta, drained; romano cheese (to garnish)

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
3 lbs roasting chickens, cut into individual pieces, skinned
1 ½ cups cremini mushrooms, cleaned and thickly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup chicken broth
6 ounces tomato paste
⅓ cup merlot or ⅓ cup dry red wine
1 teaspoon ground oregano
2 teaspoons sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced
3 cups cooked ziti pasta, drained
romano cheese (to garnish)

1
In a large skillet on stovetop set to medium-high heat, heat oil.
2
Once the oil is hot, brown one-half of the chicken pieces on each side about 3 to 5 minutes, turning once.
3
Remove chicken with a slotted spoon and repeat with the remaining chicken.
4
Set all of the browned chicken aside.
5
Heat the remaining oil in the skillet and add the mushrooms, onion and garlic.
6
Saute these vegetables for 7-8 minutes or until the onions are soft.
7
Place the stoneware on the slow cooker heating base and add the vegetables.
8
Arrange the chicken pieces on top of the vegetables.
9
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the broth, tomato paste, wine, oregano, sugar, salt and pepper.
10
Pour the sauce over the chicken.
11
Cover and cook on High for 3 to 4 hours or on Low for 7 to 9 hours.
12
Stir in the fresh basil.
13
Spoon the pasta into a deep, large serving bowl or platter.
14
Ladle the chicken and mushrooms over the pasta and spoon the extra sauce over all.
15
Garnish with the Romano cheese.

1552

kcal

Calories

Fat

160

Carbs

154

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided, 3 lbs roasting chickens, cut into individual pieces, skinned, 1 ½ cups cremini mushrooms, cleaned and thickly sliced, 1 medium yellow onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Basil Chicken Merlot With Wild Mushrooms falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Basil Chicken Merlot With Wild Mushrooms

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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