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French Poulet Basquaise

Name: French Poulet Basquaise
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Chicken thighs, 4; Garlic, 2 cloves, minced; Olive oil, 1 tbsp; Salt, 1 tsp; Black pepper, 1/2 tsp; Thyme leaves, 1 tbsp; Red bell peppers, 2, thinly sliced; Onion, 1 large, diced; Ripe tomatoes, 3, diced; Chicken stock, 1 cup; Tomato paste, 1 tbsp; Smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp; Bay leaf, 1; Chopped fresh parsley; Thinly sliced scallions

Savor the rich flavors of the Basque region with this chicken dish simmered in a vibrant tomato and pepper sauce.

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·By Ethan Brooks·August 24, 2025

French Poulet Basquaise — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Chicken Marinade

For the Basquaise Sauce

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 313 kcal
Protein: 25.4 g
Carbs: 13.7 g
Fat: 18.6 g
Fiber: 3.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1250 kcal
Protein: 101.6 g
Carbs: 54.9 g
Fat: 74.5 g
Fiber: 14 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Chicken thighs 4	880	92	0	58	0
Garlic 2 cloves, minced	8	0.4	2	0	0.1
Olive oil 1 tbsp	119	0	0	14	0
Salt 1 tsp	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper 1/2 tsp	3	0.1	0.7	0.1	0.3
Thyme leaves 1 tbsp	6	0.2	1.4	0	0.5
Red bell peppers 2, thinly sliced	74	2	17	0.8	6
Onion 1 large, diced	60	1.5	14	0.1	2.2
Ripe tomatoes 3, diced	66	3	14	0.8	4.2
Chicken stock 1 cup	12	1.2	1	0.4	0
Tomato paste 1 tbsp	13	0.7	3	0.1	0.7
Smoked paprika 1/2 tsp	3	0.2	0.6	0.2	0.5
Bay leaf	0	0	0	0	0
Chopped fresh parsley	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.1
Thinly sliced scallions	5	0.3	1.1	0	0.4

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chicken

1
Combine marinade ingredients
In a bowl, combine garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme.
2
Marinate chicken thighs
Add chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly.
3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Preparing the Basquaise Sauce

1
Heat oil
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Sauté onions and peppers
Add onions and peppers, sautéing until soft and translucent.
3
Build the sauce
Stir in tomatoes, chicken stock, tomato paste, smoked paprika, and bay leaf.
Tip: Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer to prevent it from burning. Pro Tip: Roast the bell peppers slightly before adding them to enhance their sweetness.

How to Make French Poulet Basquaise

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Searing the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade and brown in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Simmering the Sauce
Add browned chicken into the sauce, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.
3
Final Touch
Remove bay leaf before serving to avoid a bitter taste.