Easy Chicken in Tomato Sauce

If you’re tired of making the same old dinners and have some chicken pieces in the fridge, it’s the perfect time to try this delicious and easy chicken in tomato sauce! This hearty, flavorful dish is pure comfort food and practically cooks itself. Just place all the ingredients into the pan, give it a good stir, and let it simmer until everything is tender and flavorful.

It’s one of those recipes I love making on the busiest nights of the week! It’s quick, simple, and packed with flavor. You can serve it with a variety of Sides, such as a creamy Mashed potatoes, Spaghetti or even a tasty Lemon rice! And if you have any leftovers, just store the chicken in the fridge and enjoy it for lunch the next day!

If you love cozy and flavorful meals, made with rich homemade tomato sauce, you must try this traditional Portuguese tomato soup with poached eggs, Meatballs in tomato sauce, Creamy chicken drumsticks or this Portuguese cod stew (Caldeirada de bacalhau). Dinner couldn’t be simpler or more satisfying!

HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN IN TOMATO SAUCE

Step 1: In a large saucepan, add the olive oil, the chopped onion, the peeled tomatoes cut into small pieces and the chicken. Season with salt, chopped garlic, pepper, oregano, nutmeg and white wine.

Step 2: Stir with a wooden spoon, cover the pan and cook over low heat for about one hour, stirring occasionally.

Step 3: Turn off the heat and serve this creamy and delicious chicken in tomato sauce with Mashed potatoes, Tomato rice with peppers or French fries.

TIPS FOR CHICKEN IN TOMATO SAUCE

1. To make the recipe even healthier and more colorful, you can add and cook the chicken pieces with sliced ​​carrots and coriander.

2. If you have any leftovers, store the chicken in tomato sauce in the refrigerator in an airtight container (to prevent the growth of microorganisms). The chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 to 3 days.

3. For a juicier and more tender chicken, always cook the stew over low heat.

4. You can replace the chicken pieces and make this recipe with pork bites, hake loins or codfish.

Easy Chicken in Tomato Sauce

This comforting chicken in tomato sauce is made with fresh tomatoes, onion, olive oil, and white wine. Simple ingredients, rich flavor, and pure comfort in every bite. The perfect dish for a weeknight dinner!

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by Pedro Barbosa
Category:Chicken, Main dishes, Mediterranean Recipes, Recipes
Cuisine: Portuguese
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4
Prep Time:10 m
Cook Time:60 m
Total Time:1:10 h
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INGREDIENTS
• 1.5 kg (2 1/4 pounds) chicken cut into pieces
• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 large onion
• 50 ml (1/4 cup) olive oil
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 100 ml (1/2 cup) white wine
• Salt (to taste)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a large saucepan, add the olive oil, the chopped onion, the peeled tomatoes cut into small pieces and the chicken. Season with salt, chopped garlic, pepper, oregano, nutmeg and white wine.
2. Stir with a wooden spoon, cover the pan and cook over low heat for about one hour, stirring occasionally.
3. Turn off the heat and serve.
Easy Chicken in Tomato Sauce
Nutrition facts
Serves 4
Per Serving:
% DAILY VALUE
Calories 730
Total Fat 23.5 g(30%)
Saturated Fat 5 g(25%)
Cholesterol 289 mg(96%)
Sodium 284 mg(12%)
Total Carbohydrate 10 g(4%)
Protein 110.5 g