Ingredients

  • 6 large chicken legs with thighs
  • 3 Tbsp. oil
  • 1 minced garlic
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1/2 c. green peppers
  • 1 (1 lb. 12 oz.) can tomato puree
  • 1 (6 oz.) can sliced, undrained mushrooms
  • 1/2 tsp. crushed oregano
  • 4 parsley sprigs
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. thyme
  • 1/3 c. dry white wine (optional)

Method

  • Rinse chicken in cold water.
  • Dry with absorbent paper.
  • Cook garlic and pepper in oil in a deep pot.
  • Add chicken and cook, turning frequently until brown. Add onions, tomato puree, mushrooms, parsley, bay leaf, oregano, salt, pepper, wine and thyme.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours until chicken is tender.
  • Serve over noodles or rice. Yields 6 servings.