To prepare a delicious and savory dish, we start with an essential ingredient: onion. We finely chop it so that it releases its rich aromas. In a pot or a thick-bottomed pan, we add a splash of olive oil, preferably, and put the onion on low heat. It is important to let it sweat slowly, stirring occasionally. When the onion becomes soft and translucent, we remove it from the pan and keep it on a small plate for later.
In the same pot, we add chicken thighs (or a whole chicken cut into pieces). If necessary, we can add a little extra oil to prevent the meat from sticking. When the chicken is evenly browned on all sides, we return with the sautéed onion, add a few crushed garlic cloves, cubes of pancetta (smoked pancetta or bacon are excellent options), and fresh, cleaned, and chopped mushrooms. Tomatoes, of course, are an essential ingredient, so we chop them finely and add them to the mixture, along with a sprig of fresh rosemary.
To intensify the flavors, we take a few sage leaves and tie them together with a piece of kitchen string, forming a bouquet. These herbs will give the sauce a special taste. Finally, we ensure that the sauce covers the meat well; if necessary, we add a little water. A crucial moment follows: we let everything cook on high heat until it starts to boil. Then, we reduce the flame to the minimum and cover the pot with a lid, letting everything simmer for about an hour.
During this time, the sauce will reduce and become increasingly concentrated and flavorful. If at the end we notice that the sauce hasn’t reduced enough, we can raise the heat and leave the pot uncovered to allow excess liquid to evaporate. This recipe will not only fill the house with enticing aromas but will also provide a meal full of flavor, perfect for enjoying with loved ones. So, get ready to indulge in a dish that will surely remain in your culinary memories!
In the same pot, we add chicken thighs (or a whole chicken cut into pieces). If necessary, we can add a little extra oil to prevent the meat from sticking. When the chicken is evenly browned on all sides, we return with the sautéed onion, add a few crushed garlic cloves, cubes of pancetta (smoked pancetta or bacon are excellent options), and fresh, cleaned, and chopped mushrooms. Tomatoes, of course, are an essential ingredient, so we chop them finely and add them to the mixture, along with a sprig of fresh rosemary.
To intensify the flavors, we take a few sage leaves and tie them together with a piece of kitchen string, forming a bouquet. These herbs will give the sauce a special taste. Finally, we ensure that the sauce covers the meat well; if necessary, we add a little water. A crucial moment follows: we let everything cook on high heat until it starts to boil. Then, we reduce the flame to the minimum and cover the pot with a lid, letting everything simmer for about an hour.
During this time, the sauce will reduce and become increasingly concentrated and flavorful. If at the end we notice that the sauce hasn’t reduced enough, we can raise the heat and leave the pot uncovered to allow excess liquid to evaporate. This recipe will not only fill the house with enticing aromas but will also provide a meal full of flavor, perfect for enjoying with loved ones. So, get ready to indulge in a dish that will surely remain in your culinary memories!
Ingredients
6 chicken drumsticks, 1/2 onion, 2-3 small cloves of garlic, 1/2 small can of tomato puree in tomato juice, oil, salt, pepper, rosemary, and sage, 2 tablespoons of diced pork belly, smoked (pancetta), mushrooms.