French Basque Poulet à la Basquaise – Chicken with Peppers and Tomatoes

From the Basque Country, this dish features chicken stewed in a vibrant piperade of sweet peppers, onions, garlic, and tomatoes with a touch of Espelette pepper.

Ingredients (Serves 4):

* 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
* 2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced
* 1 onion, sliced
* 3 tomatoes, chopped
* 3 garlic cloves, minced
* 1 tsp Espelette pepper (or smoked paprika)
* 150ml white wine
* Olive oil, salt, pepper

Instructions:

1. Brown chicken pieces in olive oil, remove and set aside.
2. Sauté onions, garlic, and peppers until soft. Add tomatoes and wine.
3. Return chicken to pan, season, and simmer for 40–45 minutes until cooked through.
4. Serve with rice, bread, or roasted potatoes.

Basque Tip:
Espelette pepper provides mild heat and smoky depth — use generously if available.