HMChef, Helen Marie

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Classic French Chicken Basquaise

Tender organic chicken braised with sweet bell peppers, aromatic herbs, and sun-drenched Basque flavors in a comforting one-pot dinner.

80 min · serves 4

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Classic French Chicken Basquaise
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Brown Chicken

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Heat butter and 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large flameproof casserole, then brown the seasoned chicken in small batches before transferring to a plate.

On the counter

  • Organic chicken joints1.5 kg
  • Butter25 g
  • Extra virgin olive oil6 tbsp
  • Organic red onions2, sliced
  • Organic red bell peppers3 large, sliced
  • Chorizo sausage130 g, sliced
  • Sun-dried tomatoes8 pieces, sliced
  • Organic garlic6 cloves, sliced
  • Basmati rice300 g
  • Tomato puree1 tbsp
  • Smoked paprika½ tsp
  • Fresh bay leaves4
  • Organic fresh thyme1 handful, chopped
  • Chicken stock350 ml
  • Dry white wine180 ml
  • Organic lemons2, cut into wedges
  • Black olives100 g
  • Sea saltTo taste
  • Black pepperTo taste

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