chicken scarpariello

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
Total Time: 50-55 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium red onion, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup pickled cherry peppers, sliced (or more to taste)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
   • Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook until the skin is golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
3. Cook the Sausage:
   • In the same skillet, add the sausage pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside.
4. Sauté the Vegetables:
   • Add the sliced bell peppers and red onion to the skillet. Cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Deglaze the Pan:
   • Pour in the white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
   • Let the wine simmer for about 2 minutes.
6. Combine Ingredients:
   • Add the chicken broth, white wine vinegar, pickled cherry peppers, oregano, and thyme to the skillet.
   • Return the chicken thighs and sausage to the skillet, nestling them among the vegetables.
7. Bake the Dish:
   • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
   • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
8. Serve:
   • Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
   • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Tips

• Chicken: You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts if preferred, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• Sausage: Hot Italian sausage adds a nice kick, but you can use sweet Italian sausage if you prefer a milder flavor.
• Cherry Peppers: Adjust the amount of pickled cherry peppers to your taste for more or less heat.

Enjoy your delicious Italian Chicken Scarpariello!