Chicken with olives and pepper
4 servings
40 minutes
Chicken with olives and peppers is a refined dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of chicken meat with the rich flavor of tomato sauce, the sweet aroma of bell peppers, and the spiciness of olives. This dish evokes warm evenings in the Mediterranean, where fresh and simple ingredients transform into gastronomic pleasure. Tomatoes and basil add depth to the sauce, while garlic adds a hint of spice. Stewing allows the chicken to absorb all the flavors and become extraordinarily juicy. It pairs perfectly with rice, pasta, or crusty bread, highlighting the richness of the dish. It's an excellent choice for a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering when you want to impress guests with an elegant and delicious meal.
1
Thinly slice the onion and garlic. Cut the bell pepper into strips.
- Onion: 1 piece
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Sweet pepper: 2 pieces
2
Fry the legs in oil for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a plate.
- Chicken legs: 4 pieces
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
3
In the same pan, sauté the onion and pepper for 4 minutes, add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Onion: 1 piece
- Sweet pepper: 2 pieces
- Garlic: 2 cloves
4
Pour in the sauce and 200 ml of boiling water. Place the chicken back in the pan and add olives. Cover with a lid and simmer for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked.
- Tomato sauce with basil and garlic: 500 g
- Chicken legs: 4 pieces
- Olives: 50 g