Classic Chicken Vesuvio

Classic Chicken Vesuvio
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 55 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    99

Savor the rustic charm of Chicken Vesuvio, a hearty dish where tender chicken and golden potatoes bask in a velvety white wine sauce, kissed with lemon and finished with sweet peas. This comforting classic is perfect for a cozy night in.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    31 g
  • Cholesterol
    157 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    37 g
  • Saturated Fat
    13 g
  • Sodium
    859 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    34 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

02

Step

Season chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

03

Step

Heat a large, heavy oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat; add grapeseed oil. Add chicken to the skillet; brown on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

04

Step

Sprinkle potatoes with remaining 1/2 teaspoon each oregano and garlic powder. Add potatoes to the skillet; cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 6 to 8 minutes. Arrange chicken and potatoes in a single layer in the skillet.

05

Step

Add garlic to the skillet; cook until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in 1 cup white wine; bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Stir in 1 cup chicken broth; cook until the sauce reduces slightly, about 7 to 10 minutes; pour over chicken and potatoes.

06

Step

Cook in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

07

Step

During the last 25 minutes of cooking, melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat; add flour and whisk to create a smooth roux. Gradually whisk in remaining 1/2 cup wine, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and heavy cream until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 7 to 10 minutes; stir in lemon juice. Set aside.

08

Step

Meanwhile, stir peas into the skillet with the chicken and potatoes; continue cooking until peas are heated through and chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near but not touching the bone should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Pour the wine sauce over the chicken; serve immediately.

For an even richer flavor, consider using bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts in addition to or instead of the thighs.
Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the chicken; work in batches if necessary to achieve optimal color.
Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can be added to the sauce for an extra layer of flavor.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 33 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Sheila Waelchi

    Can you use chicken breast instead of thighs? I find thighs to be too fatty.

  • Precious Hintz

    I made this last night and it was a hit! The sauce is incredible.

  • Justine Zboncak

    The lemon juice at the end really brightens up the flavors. Great recipe!

  • Garrick Oconner

    I didn't have white wine on hand, so I used chicken broth instead. Still tasted great!

  • Trystan Emmerich

    This recipe is so easy to follow and the chicken comes out perfect every time.

  • Laverna Raynormacgyver

    My family loved this! Will definitely make it again.

  • Marley Borer

    I added mushrooms to the dish and it was even better!

  • Juvenal Kreiger

    I doubled the recipe for a larger group and it worked out perfectly.

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