Spanish Chicken With Tomato Sofrito Sauce
A quick Spanish-style chicken dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sofrito sauce.
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Instructions
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Chop onion and bell pepper, mince garlic, and slice mushrooms.
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Heat half the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté the chopped vegetables and garlic for 7 minutes until the onion is translucent.
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Stir in crushed tomatoes and bay leaves. Simmer on medium-low heat for 10 minutes, adding water if the sauce becomes too thick.
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In a separate pan, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat.
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Season dried chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
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Pan-fry chicken for 10 minutes, turning twice, until browned.
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Remove chicken, slice 1/2-inch thick, and add to the tomato sauce.
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Stir to coat, cover, and cook on low heat for 10 minutes. Adjust seasoning.