Description
This Summer Chicken & Basil Stew is a vibrant and hearty dish that combines tender chicken thighs with fresh red peppers, new potatoes, and fragrant basil. Simmered in white wine and chicken stock, it offers a luscious, comforting meal perfect for any season, especially warm summer evenings. Served with crusty bread, it’s an easy one-pot recipe that packs flavor and freshness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 8 chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp plain flour, seasoned with salt and pepper
Vegetables
- 2 red peppers, diced
- 12 new potatoes, halved
Liquids and Herbs
- 150ml white wine
- 200ml chicken stock
- 20g pack basil, leaves only
Serving
- Crusty bread, to serve
Instructions
- Heat the oil and brown the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, flameproof casserole dish over high heat. Dust the 8 chicken thighs with the seasoned plain flour and add them to the casserole. Cook the chicken, turning once, until golden brown all over.
- Add vegetables and cook briefly: Add the diced red peppers and halved new potatoes to the casserole and cook for 3 minutes to start softening them.
- Deglaze and simmer: Pour in 150ml of white wine and 200ml of chicken stock. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cover the casserole with a lid and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the potatoes are tender.
- Finish with basil and serve: Stir in the basil leaves and cook for an additional 5 minutes to infuse the stew with fresh herb aroma. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side to soak up the delicious juices.
Notes
- Use a flameproof casserole to ensure safety when cooking over high heat.
- You can substitute white wine with extra chicken stock if preferred.
- Season the plain flour with salt and pepper prior to dusting the chicken for even flavor.
- Adjust cooking time if using bone-in or skinless chicken thighs for optimal tenderness.
- Serve immediately with crusty bread to enjoy the stew’s full flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: chicken stew, basil chicken, summer stew, one pot meal, chicken thighs recipe, easy dinner
