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Red pepper romesco chicken is a delicious, tangy recipe that you’ll literally lick clean off every utensil. Enjoy the flavor of this Spanish cuisine prepared in this recipe. A gourmet preparation easily done as tender chicken breasts simmer in the rich and smoky romesco sauce of red roasted bell peppers, almonds, garlic, and paprika.
RECIPE INGREDIENTS
To make this delightful red pepper romesco chicken recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 large red bell peppers, roasted
- 1/2 cup almonds, toasted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large tomato, chopped
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
MEASURES & PRECAUTIONS
- All ingredients shall be measured well and with much precision to avoid an imbalance of tastes.
- The ingredients should be fresh and of good quality.
- Care should be exercised when working with hot ingredients like the roasted red bell peppers and toasted almonds.
Red Pepper Romesco Chicken
INGREDIENTS NOTES
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Red Bell Peppers: They really start to develop some of their sweetness, some of their smokiness when you roast them.
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Almonds: These become much nuttier when toasted. It is just a perfect pairing with romesco sauce.
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Paprika: I love using smoked paprika in this recipe; it gives really nice depth.
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Olive Oil: Use an extra virgin for the grassy and fruity taste.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
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Massage the red peppers with a bit of olive oil and roast them in the oven at 200°C for about 20 minutes, until the skin is charred. Allow to cool down, peel, and seed.
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Place the red peppers, almonds, garlic, tomato, smoked paprika, and red wine vinegar in a food processor. Pulse until smooth.
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Gradually combine the olive oil in the sauce and mix until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
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Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper, then place it in a medium skillet to cook. Let them cook on each side for 6–7 minutes until they are cooked through.
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Place the romesco sauce above the chicken, and with a lid, let it simmer on low heat and let it cook for 23 minutes and the flavors to combine with the chicken.
RECIPE TIPS & VARIATIONS
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Add Heat: Add red pepper flakes if you are a spice lover.
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Variation: You can use nuts such as walnuts or hazelnuts in the same amount called for; they'll work very well in this recipe.
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Make It Vegan: Skip the chicken and add some veggies, then make some roasted vegetables like zucchini and eggplant to make it a vegan version.
EQUIPMENT
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A roasting tray to roast the peppers
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A food processor/blender to mix the sauce
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A pan for cooking the chicken
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Knife and chopping board to chop ingredients
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SERVING TIPS 💡
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Serve this red pepper romesco chicken with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple green salad. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and drizzle some olive oil over the top for flavor.
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