Basque Chicken Recipe: Anthony Bourdain's Poulet Basquaise

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Chicken broth maintains moisture without alcohol.

piment d'Espelette

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika adds flavor and color, though less heat.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon reduces fat while adding smokiness.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Tofu or chickpeas offer a plant-based alternative.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove bacon and set aside, leaving fat in the pot.

Season chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.

Add chicken to the pot and brown on all sides, about 10 minutes.

Remove chicken and set aside.

Add onions and garlic to the pot, sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes until tender.

Add tomatoes, white wine, and chicken broth, stirring to combine.

Return chicken and bacon to the pot, add bay leaves and thyme.

Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 30-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and piment d'Espelette to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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