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Argentinian Skillet Chicken Pollo Al Disco With Sweet Peppers And Oregano

Name: Argentinian Skillet Chicken Pollo Al Disco With Sweet Peppers And Oregano
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Argentinian
Ingredients: 2 lb bone-in skin-on halal chicken thighs; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 large yellow onion, sliced; 2 medium red bell peppers, sliced into strips; 4 clove garlic, minced; 1 tbsp sweet smoked paprika; 1 tbsp dried oregano; 1 cup low-sodium halal beef stock; 1 tsp coarse sea salt; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

A vibrant stir-braised chicken skillet inspired by traditional Argentine countryside campfire cooking, featuring seared bone-in chicken thighs cooked down with sweet peppers, onions, paprika, and fresh oregano in rich beef stock.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 35 min
Total: 50 min

Technique to learn

Stir-Braising (al Disco Style)

A classic Argentine technique where ingredients are first hard-seared in a hot pan to develop deep surface caramelization, then simmered rapidly in liquid until concentrated.

Instructions

Step 1: Season the chicken thighs evenly with sea salt and smoked paprika on all sides.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or heavy shallow pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 3: Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook 3 minutes more before transferring to a plate.

Step 4: Add the sliced yellow onion and red bell peppers to the hot skillet juices and cook over medium heat for 6 minutes until soft.

Step 5: Stir in the minced garlic and dried oregano, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6: Pour in the halal beef stock, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon.

Step 7: Return chicken thighs skin-side up to the skillet, cover partially, and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot directly from the skillet.

Cooking tips

Leaving the pan partially covered allows excess moisture to evaporate while keeping the chicken meat tender.
Pair this skillet with roasted potatoes or warm crusty bread to soak up the savory pepper gravy.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Argentinian; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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