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Best Chicken Scarpariello Recipe

Best Chicken Scarpariello Recipe: Cozy Italian Flavor Awaits

Discover the Best Chicken Scarpariello Recipe, a hearty Italian dish featuring chicken thighs, spicy sausage, and tangy cherry peppers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in skin-on chicken thighs Boneless can be used for quicker cooking.
  • 2 links hot Italian sausage Substitute with mild sausage if preferred.
For the Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Olive oil can be a flavorful substitute.
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 cup pickled cherry peppers
  • 2 tablespoons pickling juice from jars
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine Consider using chicken stock for a non-alcoholic option.
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken stock Homemade stock offers the best results.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season chicken thighs with salt and black pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add hot Italian sausage links and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add sliced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened. Stir in chopped garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Add pickled cherry peppers and juice to the skillet, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in dry white wine and deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add chicken stock to the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Return seared chicken thighs and browned sausage to the skillet, nestling into the sauce. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  8. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow chicken to rest before serving for optimal flavor blending. Adjust spice levels based on preference.

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