Chicken Basquaise
Chicken simmered with peppers, tomatoes and smoked paprika, with a little chorizo for depth.
- Time1 hr
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.26 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Season the chicken. Heat the oil in a casserole and brown the thighs for 10 minutes. Lift out.
10 min - 2
Fry the chorizo for 2 minutes. Add the onion and peppers and cook for 10 minutes until soft.
12 min - 3
Add the garlic and paprika for 1 minute. Pour in the wine and bubble for 2 minutes.
2 min - 4
Add the tomatoes and bay, return the chicken and bring to a simmer.
- 5
Cover and cook gently for 30 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce is thick.
30 min - 6
Serve with rice or potatoes.
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