Chicken with Red Sauce – Recipe & Cooking Method

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Chicken with Red Sauce – Recipe & Cooking Method

Chicken dishes are incredibly diverse and are known for their delicious taste, thanks to the richness of the ingredients, especially the chicken itself. They are also highly nutritious. Today, we present you with the ingredients and method to prepare Chicken with Red Sauce. This dish is typically served with rice or freekeh, depending on your preference.

Ingredients for Chicken with Red Sauce:

Chicken with Red Sauce

 

  • 6 pieces of chicken thighs (or equivalent amount of chicken breast, depending on preference)
  • ½ cup of olive oil
  • 4 bell peppers (mix of red and green peppers, sliced)
  • 2 medium-sized onions, chopped
  • Garlic cloves (to taste, can be left whole or minced)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon of chili powder
  • 3 medium tomatoes, chopped

How to Prepare Chicken with Red Sauce:

  1. Prepare the Chicken:

    • Season the chicken pieces and fry them, either on the stove or in the oven, until golden and cooked through.

  2. Cook the Vegetables:

    • In a pan, sauté the onions until they become soft.
    • Add the sliced bell peppers to the pan with the onions, and sauté for a few more minutes until they soften.

  3. Make the Sauce:

    • Add the chopped tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic (or whole garlic cloves), salt, black pepper, and chili powder to the pan.
    • Stir everything together and cook for a few more minutes, allowing the sauce to come together.

  4. Simmer the Chicken:

    • Add the cooked chicken pieces into the pan with the sauce.
    • Cover the pot and cook on very low heat until the chicken is fully tender and the flavors are well combined.

  5. Serve:

    • Once the chicken is done, serve it hot, topped with the red sauce.
    • This dish is perfect when served alongside rice or freekeh (depending on preference).

Nutritional Benefits of Chicken Thighs:

Since this dish uses chicken thighs, it's important to note the health benefits they offer. A skinless chicken thigh contains approximately:

  • 190 calories
  • 3.6g of fat
  • 1.6g of saturated fat
  • 3.6g of protein
  • 1.9mg of iron

These values are essential for maintaining good health, providing necessary nutrients without excess carbs or sugars.

Enjoy your Chicken with Red Sauce hot and savor its delicious flavor! 🍽️

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