Venetian Chicken In Tomato Sauce ( Pollastro In Squ

Name: Venetian Chicken In Tomato Sauce ( Pollastro In Squaquacio)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon dried porcini mushrooms; 3 1/2 lbs chicken; 1 onion; 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes; 2 garlic cloves; basil leaves, a few; 3/4 cup cabernet sauvignon wine (red wine); 1 teaspoon sugar; salt and black pepper, seasoned to your taste; 2 ounces butter; 4 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400 degree F.
2
Soak mushrooms in lukewarm water for 15 minutes.
3
Cut the chicken into 4 pieces.
4
Peel and quarter the onions, and cut up the tomatoes into small pieces.
5
Put the onions, tomatoes, mushrooms in their soaking liquid, garlic, basil, red wine, and a pinch of sugar in a roasting pan and mix well.
6
Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then place into the pan as well. Skin side up.
7
Add butter and olive oil and roast for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
8
Remove the meat from the sauce and keep warm.
9
Press the sauce through a sieve, thicken if necessary, season to taste with salt and pepper and serve separately.
10
Grilled polenta and the same wine used in the sauce make a good accompaniment.

984

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

127

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon dried porcini mushrooms, 3 1/2 lbs chicken, 1 onion, 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Venetian Chicken In Tomato Sauce ( Pollastro In Squaquacio) 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!

Venetian Chicken In Tomato Sauce ( Pollastro In Squaquacio)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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