Chicken & Sausage In Tomato Sauce

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Hearty braised chicken and sweet Italian sausage simmered in a rich, garlicky tomato wine sauce
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This comforting one-pot meal combines tender chicken legs and sweet Italian sausage with a robust tomato sauce infused with garlic, basil, and red wine. The dish relies on simple browning techniques to build deep flavor before a long, slow simmer melds the ingredients into a cohesive, savory stew. It is perfect for weeknight dinners when you crave something substantial yet easy to prepare. Serve over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices. The balance of sweet sausage and herbal notes makes this a satisfying choice for cooler evenings or family gatherings.

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Chicken & Sausage In Tomato Sauce

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 1225.7

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This comforting one-pot meal combines tender chicken legs and sweet Italian sausage with a robust tomato sauce infused with garlic, basil, and red wine. The dish relies on simple browning techniques to build deep flavor before a long, slow simmer melds the ingredients into a cohesive, savory stew. It is perfect for weeknight dinners when you crave something substantial yet easy to prepare. Serve over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices. The balance of sweet sausage and herbal notes makes this a satisfying choice for cooler evenings or family gatherings.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add coarsely chopped garlic and sauté until light golden, then remove and reserve.
  3. Prick sausage links in several places and sear in the hot oil until browned all over. Remove and cover to keep warm.
  4. Brown chicken legs well on all sides in the same skillet. Remove and cover to keep warm.
  5. Pour 1 tablespoon of the drippings into a large Dutch oven or casserole; discard remaining drippings but do not wash the skillet.
  6. Crush canned tomatoes by hand and add them, along with their juice, to the Dutch oven with the reserved drippings.
  7. Stir in tomato paste, salt, freshly ground pepper, dried basil, and the reserved garlic.
  8. Simmer the sauce uncovered for 15 minutes.
  9. Add the sausage links to the sauce, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  10. Add the chicken pieces, cover, and simmer for another 20 minutes until tender.
  11. Meanwhile, deglaze the original skillet with dry red wine, scraping up any browned bits.
  12. Stir the wine mixture into the tomato sauce and simmer uncovered for a final 10 minutes.
  13. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
  14. Serve hot with pasta and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1225.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 92.3g142%
Saturated Fat 28.1g141%
Cholesterol 236.5mg79%
Sodium 2371.9mg99%
Total Carbohydrate 4.3g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 1.4g
Protein 83.8g168%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, sausage, tomato, sauce, italian, braised, one-pot, dinner, garlic, basil, wine, comfort food, easy, family meal, pasta side, simmered
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