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Classic French Chicken Basquaise

Name: Classic French Chicken Basquaise
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1.5 kg Organic chicken joints; 25 g Butter; 6 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 2, sliced Organic red onions; 3 large, sliced Organic red bell peppers; 130 g, sliced Chorizo sausage; 8 pieces, sliced Sun-dried tomatoes; 6 cloves, sliced Organic garlic; 300 g Basmati rice; 1 tbsp Tomato puree; ½ tsp Smoked paprika; 4 Fresh bay leaves; 1 handful, chopped Organic fresh thyme; 350 ml Chicken stock; 180 ml Dry white wine; 2, cut into wedges Organic lemons; 100 g Black olives; To taste Sea salt; To taste Black pepper

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

45 min hands-on · + 35 min slow cooking · serves 4 · about 650 calories per serving

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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.

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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

Nutrition & balance

About 650 calories per person · serves 4

An estimate, not a nutrition label. Portions, ingredient brands and cooking methods affect the total.

To round out your plate

This is a richer dish; pair it with vegetables or fruit and choose a portion that suits you.

Ask a healthcare professional whether vitamin D, B12, iron or any supplement is appropriate for your diet and health needs; food is the first step. Choose organic ingredients when possible.

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