Basque Chicken

Ingredients

• Thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Bay leaf - 1
• Chicken broth - 1 cup
• White wine - 1/2 cup
• Crushed tomatoes - 1 can (14 oz)
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1, chopped
• Onion - 1, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Chicken thighs - 8

Instructions

1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
4. Add the paprika, crushed tomatoes, white wine, chicken broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
5. Return the chicken to the pot. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
6. Serve the Basque Chicken with crusty bread or over rice.