This a quick, easy and very tasty classic recipe from the Basque region. Tender chicken served in a tomato pepper sauce.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:50 minutes
Total Time:60 minutes
Yield:4 people 1x
Category:Main
Cuisine:French, Spanish, Poultry
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 jalapeno (finely chopped)
4 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
1 small onion (finely chopped)
1 green bell pepper (cut into strips)
28 ounce can crushed canned tomatoes
4 chicken legs (with skin on)
1 red bell pepper (cut into strips)
1/2 cup red wine ((optional))
salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
In a large deep pan (or pot) over high heat, add olive oil, chicken legs with the skin down and cook until the skin is golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
Add garlic, jalapeno and onions and cook until onions are translucent (3-5 minutes). Add peppers, tomatoes and red wine and bring to boil. Turn the heat down to low, cover and simmer for 40 minutes.