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This elevated, comforting dinner is made for weeknights and weekends alike. Crispy-skinned chicken thighs swim in a creamy bell pepper sauce, which is robust, energetic, and both sweet and tangy thanks to brown sugar, tomatoes, and sherry vinegar. It’s a satisfying dinner that comes together quickly and begs for crusty bread to soak up every last drop.
What is piment d’Espelette?
Piment d’Espelette, or Espelette pepper, is a red chile with subtle heat balanced with sweetness, fruitiness, and a touch of smoky flavor. It’s named after the French village of Espelette in the Basque region of France.
Notes from the Food & Wine Test Kitchen
Add potatoes, cauliflower, or butternut squash to the sauce instead of chicken to make a vegetarian version of this dish.
Suggested pairing
Pair these crisp and comforting chicken thighs with a peppery, RhĂ´ne-style blend, such as Birichino Scylla Old Vine Red
This recipe was developed by Gerald Hirigoyen; the text was written by Sheela Prakash.
