Description
Chicken Scarpariello is a classic Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken simmered with spicy peppers, olives, and herbs, offering a delightful blend of savory and tangy flavors. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknights, family gatherings, or parties, delivering 5-star flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup green olives, pitted and halved
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil.
- Once the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs, skin side down. Sear for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the garlic, red, and green bell peppers, cooking until tender.
- Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes, olives, oregano, and parsley.
- Pour in the white wine and use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet, ensuring they’re submerged in the sauce.
- Lower the heat and cover, letting the dish simmer for about 30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- If desired, remove the lid and let the sauce thicken for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges as desired.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Do not rush the searing process for richer taste.
- Adjust spice levels according to your preference.
- Serve with crusty Italian bread, roasted vegetables, or a side salad.
- This dish can be made a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared and Simmered
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: N/A