Authentic Chicken Basquaise: the homemade recipe with chicken, onion, and bell pepper

Are you looking for an authentic chicken basquaise recipe? This traditional dish from the South-West combines tender pieces of chicken with a tomato sauce flavored with red peppers, garlic, and Espelette pepper. Discover how to prepare this Basque specialty the proper way.

Essential recipe and ingredients for chicken basquaise

The chicken basquaise recipe relies on simple but carefully selected ingredients. The vegetables - peppers, onion, tomatoes, and mild green chili peppers - form the aromatic base, while the white wine and olive oil add richness and depth.

What are the essential ingredients?

For 4 people, choose:

• 1 nice chicken cut into pieces or 4 poultry legs
• 2 beautiful red peppers
• 1 large onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 4 ripe tomatoes
• 2 mild green chili peppers
• 15 cl of dry white wine
• 3 tablespoons of Organic olive oil
• 1 bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaf)
• Salt and Espelette pepper

Important: cut the peppers and chili peppers into uniform strips for even cooking. During preparation, use a good cast-iron pot for long simmering.

Key steps to master the recipe

1. In your sauté pan, sauté the onion and garlic in the olive oil. Then add the strips of peppers and chili peppers. Let brown for 5 minutes.

2. Incorporate the diced tomatoes, season with salt and a pinch of Espelette pepper. Cover and let cook for 20 minutes to obtain a smooth sauce.

3. In another pan, brown the pieces of chicken in a little oil. Then transfer them to the sauce with the bouquet garni. Pour in the white wine and let simmer for 35 minutes over low heat.

Side dishes and serving

Serve this delicious chicken basquaise with white rice or steamed potatoes. For wine lovers, a red Irouléguy or a dry white wine from the South-West will enhance the flavors of this dish.

Discover our selection of wines to accompany your meal at Irouleguy Wine | Our selection or on the German version Irouleguy-Wein | Unsere Auswahl.