Delicious Chicken Ratatouille Recipe

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Delicious Chicken Ratatouille Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 15, 2024

This Chicken Ratatouille recipe is a savory and hearty dish that combines tender chicken with a medley of colorful vegetables simmered in a rich tomato sauce. It's a perfect meal for a cozy night in or a special occasion.

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts, cut into cubes
  • 1 eggplant, diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 can of crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed and sauté the garlic, onion, eggplant, zucchini, and bell pepper until softened.
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes, dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet and mix it with the vegetables and sauce. Cover and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve the Chicken Ratatouille hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Ratatouille is a traditional French Provençal stewed vegetable dish that originated in Nice.
  • This dish is a great way to use up an abundance of summer vegetables from the garden.
  • The word 'ratatouille' comes from the Occitan ratatolha and the French rataouiller, both meanings of which are 'to stir up'.