Ingredients

1 pound small red potatoes (cut into wedges)

2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra, for searing chicken)

Salt (to taste)

Black pepper (to taste)

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

1 pound Italian sausage (sliced)

1 large onion (sliced)

1 red bell pepper (sliced)

1 green bell pepper (sliced)

5 cloves garlic (minced)

1/3 cup dry white wine

8 pickled cherry peppers (with 1/4 cup of brine)

2/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth

2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Toss the potato wedges with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly browned.

Step 2: Heat a bit of olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear skin-side down for 6-8 minutes until golden and crisp, then flip and sear for another 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3: Add the sliced Italian sausage to the same pan and cook until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside with the chicken.

Step 4: Add the sliced onion, red and green bell peppers, and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté for about 4 minutes until softened and fragrant, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 5: Pour in the dry white wine along with the pickled cherry pepper brine. Let this simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.

Step 6: Add the chicken broth and return the chicken and sausage to the pan, nestling them into the sauce along with the whole pickled cherry peppers.

Step 7: Cover the Dutch oven with foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 45 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Step 8: Remove the pan from the oven. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Serve the chicken scarpariello alongside the roasted potatoes, plating the chicken, sausage, and vegetables with extra sauce spooned over the top.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add more pickled cherry peppers or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.

Substitute Italian sausage with spicy chorizo for a different flavor profile.

If you don’t have a Dutch oven, a deep oven-safe skillet with a lid will work as well.

Use fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme in addition to parsley for added aroma.

FAQs

Can I make Chicken Scarpariello without wine?

Yes, you can substitute the dry white wine with additional chicken broth or a splash of white grape juice for a non-alcoholic version. The dish will still have plenty of flavor.

What are pickled cherry peppers, and where can I find them?

Pickled cherry peppers are small, sweet peppers preserved in vinegar and brine, offering a tangy and mildly spicy flavor. They can typically be found in grocery stores in the condiment aisle or at specialty Italian markets.