Long-Cooked Hen in Tomato Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Long-Cooked Hen in Tomato Sauce Recipe Loaded with Rich Flavours
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

150 min

Ready In

180 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups chopped onions
1 cup diced carrot
1 cup diced celery
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 bay leaves
sea salt , preferably gray salt
2 cups red wine
6 cans whole tomatoes , pulsed in a blender
fresh ground black pepper
1 chicken , about 4 pounds
1/2 cup minced fresh basil
1/4 cup minced fresh Italian parsley ( flat-leaf )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
322
Sugar
7g
Fat
14g
The Long-Cooked Hen in Tomato Sauce is a classic winter dish that originated in Italy. Also known as pollo alla cacciatora, it is typically made with fresh tomatoes, garlic, onions, celery, and chicken. This version, however, features canned tomatoes and red wine and is slow-cooked in the oven for rich, melt-in-your-mouth flavours. The chicken meat becomes very tender and falls off the bone easily, making it a perfect dish for those cold, blustery days when you want something warm and comforting. It is hearty enough to serve as a main course with a salad or crusty bread, but also pairs well with mashed potatoes or pasta.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
3.Add onions, celery, and carrots, stir for about 20 minutes until they begin to soften.
4.Add garlic, bay leaves, and salt. Stir until fragrant.
5.Add wine and tomatoes. Stir well.
6.Using kitchen shears, cut chicken into 8 pieces.
7.Season chicken generously with salt and black pepper. Add to the pot, pushing the meat down to get it covered in sauce.
8.Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
9.Add basil and parsley. Cover and bake for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

PROS

The Long-Cooked Hen in Tomato Sauce has a rich, hearty and comforting flavour that everyone will love.

It is highly nutritious and packed with vitamins and minerals which are essential to a healthy body.

CONS

It can take a while to prepare and cook, so it’s not ideal if you’re in a hurry.

The chicken meat can be a bit tough to chew, but it falls off the bone easily.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Long-Cooked Hen in Tomato Sauce is low in fat and carbohydrates.
The chicken provides protein which is essential to a healthy body.
The tomatoes are rich in vitamin C, and antioxidants like lycopene that helps reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer.
Onions are low in calories, high in fiber, and loaded with antioxidants that help to boost the immune system, among other benefits.

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