Chicken and Red Pepper Stew Recipe

Name: Chicken and Red Pepper Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chicken, weighing approximately 1.2 kg; 100 ml olive oil, extra virgin; 7 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1 large red pepper, seeded and thinly sliced; 100 grams jamon serrano pieces (optional); 2 bay leaves; 1 tsp sugar; 5 tomatoes, grated; 200 ml white wine; 1 large onion, finely sliced

Servings: persons

1
Cut the chicken into pieces, leave the skin on as it'll give it a good flavour.
2
Then season well with salt and pepper.
3
Place in fridge for a few hours so the chicken absorbs the seasoning.
4
Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-based pan over a high heat.
5
Add the chicken pieces.
6
Fry on all sides until golden brown.
7
When done remove from pan and set aside.
8
Reduce heat to medium and in same pan and oil, fry the garlic, red pepper, onion and Jamon serrano, if using.
9
Cook for 5-10 minutes until the onion is translucent.
10
Add the bay leaves, sugar and grated tomatoes and cook for a further 10 minutes until the sauce have become thick and rich.
11
Pour the wine and return the chicken to the pan.
12
Leave to simmer over a low heat for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender.
13
Taste and adjust the seasoning.
14
Rest for 10 minutes.
15
Serve and Enjoy.

568

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Protein

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* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chicken, weighing approximately 1.2 kg, 100 ml olive oil, extra virgin, 7 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, 1 large red pepper, seeded and thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Red Pepper Stew falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Chicken and Red Pepper Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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