Tasty Italian Chicken Bake Recipe

Name: Tasty Italian Chicken Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 9 skinless chicken thighs; 2 large onions, small dice; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 4 ounces smoked ham; 420 g chunky tomato and basil pasta sauce; 1 stalk celery, sliced; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; ½ teaspoon mixed Italian herbs (with chili flakes); ½ cup dry white wine; 2 chicken stock cubes; 1 tablespoon tomato puree; 1 cup hot water; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
9 skinless chicken thighs
2 large onions, small dice
2 garlic cloves, crushed
4 ounces smoked ham
420 g chunky tomato and basil pasta sauce
1 stalk celery, sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ teaspoon mixed Italian herbs (with chili flakes)
½ cup dry white wine
2 chicken stock cubes
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 cup hot water
salt and pepper

1
Strip skin off the chicken - leaving in the thigh bone ( for extra flavor) and dust with flour.
2
Preheat oven to 180-190C or microwave.
3
Heat oil in a large fry pan, and when hot add the chicken and brown slowly.
4
turning as needed.
5
Place in a large oven-proof dish or casserole.
6
Add the Onions, garlic, ham, celery, and peppers to the fry pan and cook for a few minutes, stirring.
7
Add the wine, chicken stock cubes, Italian herb seasoning - salt and pepper and extra water to the fry pan.
8
Once boiled, add to the chicken.
9
Place in an oven for 1 1/2 hours or microwave first on high until the dish starts bubbling, then set on 30% for 40 minutes.
10
Serve with new potatoes or rice and vegetables of your choice.

640

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 9 skinless chicken thighs, 2 large onions, small dice, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Tasty Italian Chicken Bake 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!

Tasty Italian Chicken Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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