Italian Chicken With New Orleans Spaghetti Bordelaise

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
Italian Chicken With New Orleans Spaghetti Bordelaise
in Main Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

12 chicken thighs
salt
fresh ground black pepper
ground cayenne pepper
4 heads garlic , cloves separated and peeled ( yes 4 heads )
1/2 cup olive oil
2 cups dry white wine
3 lemons , quartered
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
1 lb angel hair pasta or 1 lb thin spaghetti
1/4 cup olive oil
8 cloves garlic , minced
1/2 cup chopped green onion
2 tablespoons dry white wine
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper ( or more to taste )
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
2 cups finely grated parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
689
Sugar
2g
Fat
46g
This recipe takes classic Italian chicken and adds a twist with a spicy New Orleans-style spaghetti bordelaise. The chicken is baked in the oven with white wine, lemon, garlic, and herbs for a juicy and flavorful dish. The spaghetti bordelaise is made with angel hair pasta and spiked with garlic, green onions, and a blend of dried herbs. Tossed in butter and parmesan cheese, the pasta is rich and creamy, making for a perfect side dish to the baked chicken. This recipe is perfect for a dinner party or a special family meal and will surely impress anyone who tries it.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425°F.
2.Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
3.In a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat, sauté garlic in olive oil until it begins to brown.
4.Add chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides.
5.Add wine, lemons, basil, oregano, and bay leaves to the skillet.
6.Transfer skillet to oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes.
7.While the chicken is baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
8.In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic and green onion until softened.
9.Add wine, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the skillet.
10.Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet along with butter, parsley, and parmesan cheese.
11.Toss until well combined and serve alongside the baked chicken.

PROS

This recipe is full of flavor and is a great way to switch up classic Italian dishes.

The baked chicken is juicy and flavorful while the spaghetti bordelaise is creamy and packed with herbs.

This recipe can be made ahead of time for an easy dinner party meal.

CONS

The chicken thighs should be cooked for a minimum of 30 minutes in the oven, which may take longer than other chicken recipes.

The spaghetti bordelaise has a high-fat content due to the butter and parmesan cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of lean protein, making it a great addition to a healthy diet.
The herbs in this recipe provide numerous health benefits, such as aiding in digestion, boosting immunity, and reducing inflammation.
The garlic used in the recipe has been shown to provide numerous health benefits, such as aiding in heart health and reducing the risk of certain cancers.

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