Chicken in Vegetable Sauce

Name: Chicken in Vegetable Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 12 chicken drumsticks; 3 ripe red tomatoes; 2 large onions; 2 green bell peppers; 1 handful of carrots; 4 garlic cloves; Salt to taste; Extra virgin olive oil

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I love making meals that practically cook themselves in the oven and take care of several lunches throughout the week. These chicken drumsticks turn out wonderfully tender and juicy, and blending the roasted vegetables with all their pan juices makes a truly spectacular sauce.

It is a fantastic staple recipe to prep ahead in your weekly food containers. Everything cooks together on a single baking sheet, and it pairs beautifully with sides like rice or a fresh salad.

Prep: 15 minCook: 45 minServes: 4

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Ingredients

12 chicken drumsticks
3 ripe red tomatoes
2 large onions
2 green bell peppers
1 handful of carrots
4 garlic cloves
Salt to taste
Extra virgin olive oil

Step by step

1Wash and chop the vegetables. Spread them out evenly on a baking tray.
2Season the vegetables to taste with salt and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
3Arrange the chicken drumsticks right on top of the bed of vegetables.
4Season the chicken as well with salt and a little more extra virgin olive oil.
5Bake at 180 ºC for about 45 minutes.
6Once the time is up, remove the chicken drumsticks and transfer them to a deep serving dish.
7Blend the roasted vegetables along with all the flavorful juices left in the tray until smooth.
8Pour the resulting vegetable sauce over the chicken drumsticks and serve.

Tips and tricks

Serve this chicken with a side of quinoa, fluffy white rice, or a crisp green salad.

It is ideal for batch cooking: it keeps well in the fridge for 3 to 4 days and freezes without any trouble.

If you prefer an extra-silky, fine sauce, run it through a food mill or fine-mesh sieve after blending.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use a different cut of chicken for this recipe?

Yes, you can easily swap the drumsticks for bone-in thighs or chopped chicken breast, just adjusting the baking time slightly so the meat stays tender and juicy.

How do I store chicken in vegetable sauce?

Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for three to four days. You can also freeze it along with the sauce for up to three months.

How can I adjust the texture of the sauce?

If you want it extra smooth, strain the blended vegetables through a fine sieve. If it turns out too runny, let it simmer in a saucepan over medium heat for a few minutes until it thickens to your liking.