Tomato, fennel & chicken one-pan dinner

Name: Tomato, Fennel, and Chicken One-Pan Dinner
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: Serves 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on; 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced; 1 punnet cherry tomatoes; 1 red onion, sliced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbs olive oil; 1/2 cup chicken stock; 1/4 cup white wine; 1 tsp dried oregano; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped, to garnish

Simplify your dinner routine with this easy and delicious tomato, fennel, and chicken one-pan dinner. Juicy chicken pieces are nestled among tender fennel and flavorful tomatoes, creating a hearty and satisfying meal that cooks up in just one pan. With each bite, you'll enjoy the comforting flavors of the roasted chicken, the sweetness of the tomatoes, and the subtle licorice notes of the fennel. Whether enjoyed as a weeknight dinner or a special weekend treat, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

2 tbs olive oil
500g free-range chicken breast fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 red onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 chorizo sausage, thinly sliced
1 bulb fennel, halved and thinly sliced
300g eggplant, trimmed and roughly chopped
1 yellow capsicum, trimmed, halved, deseeded and cut into strips
400g can crushed tomatoes
250g cherry tomatoes, halved
⅓ cup basil leaves
Couscous or rice, to serve

STEP 1 Heat oil in a large deep non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add chicken and cook, tossing often, to seal. Transfer to a plate. Add onion and garlic to pan and cook, stirring often, for 3-4 minutes until tender. Add chorizo and fennel and cook for 3-4 minutes until chorizo is golden. Add eggplant and capsicum and cook, stirring often, for 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften.

STEP 2 Stir in crushed tomatoes. Cover and bring to the boil. Add chicken and cherry tomatoes. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until chicken is almost cooked through. Uncover and cook for 5 minutes or until sauce has reduced. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss through basil leaves. Serve with couscous or rice.

Nutritional Facts

Tomato: Rich in vitamins C and K; supports immune and bone health. Contains lycopene, an antioxidant that promotes heart health and may reduce the risk of certain cancers.

Tips and Tricks

Tomato, Fennel, and Chicken One-Pan Dinner: Opt for ripe tomatoes, fragrant fennel, and tender chicken for an easy and flavorful dinner. Cook ingredients in one pan until tender and flavorful for a delicious and hassle-free meal.