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Chicken with Tomatoes and Potatoes in a Casserole
A hearty and flavorful Albanian casserole featuring tender pieces of chicken baked with potatoes, tomatoes, onions, and a blend of aromatic herbs. This one-pot meal is a popular choice for a satisfying family dinner.
🧂 Ingredients
- 600 g Chicken thighs(bone-in, skin-on, cut into pieces)
- 500 g Potatoes(peeled and cut into 2cm cubes)
- 2 medium Onions(sliced)
- 4 cloves Garlic(sliced)
- 400 g Tomatoes(chopped, or 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 150 ml Water or chicken broth
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp Dried thyme
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped, for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- 2
In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with half of the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- 3
In the same bowl, toss the cubed potatoes, sliced onions, and sliced garlic with the remaining olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Arrange the seasoned potatoes, onions, and garlic in an even layer in a large baking dish or casserole. Place the seasoned chicken pieces on top of the vegetables.
- 5
Scatter the chopped tomatoes (or pour crushed tomatoes) over the chicken and vegetables. Pour the water or chicken broth into the dish.
- 6
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 40 minutes.
- 7
Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, the skin is golden brown, and the potatoes are tender.
- 8
Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs adds more flavor and moisture to the dish.
- ✓Ensure the vegetables are evenly distributed for consistent cooking.
- ✓If the sauce seems too thin towards the end of cooking, you can remove the foil earlier to allow it to reduce.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini along with the potatoes.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.