Delia Smith’s Chicken Basque Recipe
Chicken Basque is a warm, comforting dish full of rich flavors. This Delia Smith’s Chicken Basque Recipe is simple, easy to follow and perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs skin on
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 1 red pepper sliced
- 1 green pepper sliced
- 2 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons tomato purée
- 400 g canned chopped tomatoes
- 100 ml dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
- Chop the onions, peppers and garlic. Keep chicken ready. Measure other ingredients for easy cooking.
Heat the Oil
- Pour olive oil into a large pan. Heat on medium until oil shimmers lightly.
Brown the Chicken
- Add chicken thighs, skin-side down. Cook 5–7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and brown the other side.
Remove Chicken
- Take chicken out of the pan. Place on a plate. We will cook vegetables next.
Cook the Vegetables
- Add onion, garlic and peppers to pan. Stir and cook 5 minutes until soft.
Add Paprika and Tomato Purée
- Sprinkle smoked paprika. Stir in tomato purée. Cook 1–2 minutes to release aroma.
Add Tomatoes and Wine
- Pour chopped tomatoes and white wine. Stir to combine. Simmer for a few minutes.
Return Chicken
- Place chicken back in pan. Spoon sauce over chicken to coat. Cover with lid.
Simmer Gently
- Cook on low heat for 25–30 minutes. Chicken should be cooked through and tender.
Season and Garnish
- Add salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use boneless chicken for quicker cooking.
- Add a splash of sherry for deeper flavor.
- Replace paprika with smoked sweet pepper for milder taste.
- Serve with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day.