Good Housekeeping Chicken Winner
Description
This hearty Mediterranean-inspired dish brings together tender chicken breasts and savory kidney beans in a rich, spicy tomato sauce. The combination of olive oil, butter, and aromatics like onions or leeks creates a deep, comforting flavor profile that is both warming and satisfying. The addition of red chili provides a gentle kick, while the flour helps thicken the sauce to a luxurious consistency. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this recipe is straightforward to prepare using pantry staples. It serves as a complete meal when paired with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. The slow cooking process ensures the chicken remains juicy while absorbing the complex flavors of the stew.Ingredients
Directions
-
Preheat the oven to 180&# 194;°C (350ðF).
-
Heat the olive oil in a heatproof casserole dish or large skillet over medium-high heat.
-
Brown the chicken breasts on both sides until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
-
In the same pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
-
Add the chopped onions or leeks and cook until softened and golden, about 5 minutes.
-
Stir in the flour and red chili, cooking for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
-
Gradually stir in the chicken stock, ensuring no lumps form.
-
Add the kidney beans and the Diavolo sauce to the pan.
-
Return the chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the sauce.
-
Bring the mixture to a boil, then season with salt and pepper.
-
Cover the casserole and transfer to the preheated oven.
-
Bake for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 604.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 35.3g55%
- Saturated Fat 15.3g77%
- Cholesterol 138.8mg47%
- Sodium 241.0mg11%
- Total Carbohydrate 39.6g14%
- Dietary Fiber 2.6g11%
- Sugars 31.3g
- Protein 33.0g66%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, use a heavy-bottomed casserole dish that can go from stovetop to oven.
If you prefer a milder flavor, remove the seeds from the red chili before adding it to the dish.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water if the sauce has thickened too much.
Serve with crusty bread, rice, or mashed potatoes to complement the rich sauce.
chicken, stew, beans, spicy, tomato, dinner, easy, comfort, mediterranean, one-pot, hearty, family, weeknight, chili, leeks, onion, oven, saute, protein
