CHICKEN WITH BASIL AND TOMATOES

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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 3- to 4-pound chicken, cut up
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons safflower or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, scraped and sliced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
4 ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup white-wine vinegar
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/2 cup creme fraiche
1 cup basil leaves, snipped

Steps:

  • Wipe the chicken pieces dry with paper towels, sprinkle with salt and pepper and brown the pieces a few at a time in the safflower oil in a large skillet. Set the pieces aside and pour off the fat from the skillet.
  • Heat the olive oil in the skillet and gently soften the onion with the garlic and carrots over medium heat. Stir in the tomato paste, tomatoes, vinegar, wine and thyme leaves. Add the chicken pieces, cover and simmer over medium heat for 30 to 40 minutes, or until they are cooked. Stir occasionally, turning the pieces over in the sauce.
  • Remove the chicken to a serving dish and keep it warm in a low oven. Bring the sauce to a boil, and cook for about 10 minutes to reduce by about one-third. Stir in the creme fraiche and bring to a boil. Cook for five minutes. Correct seasoning and pour the sauce over the chicken pieces. Sprinkle with basil and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 858, UnsaturatedFat 39 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 60 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 53 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 1664 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Jack Green
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but this recipe was still really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


Decem_Unos Quattro
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste, but I think it would be great with some added spices.


Gul Hassan
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This was a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It was easy to make and the chicken was very flavorful.


Manuel Carrillo
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I'll definitely be making this again!


Rupa Chowdhury
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Easy and delicious!


Chota Mian Saib
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served it over pasta and it was a hit with my family.


Moharm Ansari
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This recipe was a bit too tangy for my taste, but my husband loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful, but I would have preferred it to be a bit sweeter.


Afnan Ali
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd pleaser. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and tangy. I love the addition of the fresh basil, which really brightens up the dish.


Mbemba Jabai
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Easy and delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Just Tootie
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This was a great recipe! I made it for dinner last night and my husband and kids loved it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again!


Yasir Isiya
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I served it over pasta and everyone loved it. Thanks for sharing this great recipe!


Zainab Azeez
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This chicken with basil and tomatoes recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I loved the addition of the fresh basil, which really brightened up the dish. I will definitely be makin