Total Time
70 min
Servings
4 people
Level
medium
Rating
This vibrant French stew brings the flavors of the Basque country to your kitchen with a smoky twist. Tender chicken thighs are braised in a rich sauce of bell peppers, tomatoes, and spicy chorizo, accented with a touch of smoked paprika. It is a hearty one-pot meal that pairs perfectly with steamed rice or crusty bread.
Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken skin-side down for about 5-6 minutes until crispy, then flip and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
In the same pot, add the sliced chorizo and cook for 2 minutes until the fat renders.
Add the sliced onion and bell peppers. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften and begin to caramelize. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, smoked paprika, and thyme sprigs.
Return the chicken to the pot, nestling it into the sauce skin-side up.
Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Remove the lid and cook for an additional 5 minutes to thicken the sauce if desired. Discard thyme stems before serving.

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