This recipe for chicken braised in our artisan pasta sauce comes together quickly in just two simple steps and thirty minutes time. Sugo alla Peperonata is made with caramelized onions, red and golden bell peppers, and aromatic herbs. Serve over cheesy polenta, or herbed quinoa, and plenty of bread. Trust us, you'll want to soak up every last drop of this unique sauce.
SHOPPING LIST:
2 teaspoons Bella Cucina Wild Oregano & Sage Savory Salt
6-8 pieces chicken (a whole chicken cut up in pieces: breast, leg, etc)
3 Tablespoons Bella Cucina Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 jar Bella Cucina Sugo alla Peperonata
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PREPARATION:
Season the chicken on both sides with the salt. Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium high heat until hot. Sear seasoned chicken skin side down until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, then turn over and cook on the other side. Add 2 cups of Bella Cucina Sugo alla Peperonata and simmer, covered, over medium low heat until done, approximately 25 -30 minutes for chicken breasts.
Chef's notes: For a heartier dish, serve over Anson Mills polenta.
Serves 4 people.