Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or boneless, if preferred)
2 bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Sauce:

1 medium onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
½ cup chicken broth
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
½ cup black or green olives, sliced (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Season and Sear the Chicken

Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. This helps lock in flavor and creates a beautiful golden crust when searing.

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Place the chicken skin-side down and sear for about 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté the Vegetables

In the same pan, add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften. Add the sliced mushrooms and garlic, and sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3: Build the Sauce

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, then stir in the salt, black pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. If using, add the sliced olives for extra depth of flavor. Let the sauce come to a gentle simmer.

Step 4: Simmer the Chicken

Nestle the seared chicken pieces back into the pan, spooning some of the sauce over them. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

Step 5: Finish and Serve

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 410
Sugar: 7g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 38g