Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Sicilian Chicken in a Tangy Vinegar Sauce
Experience the distinctive taste of Sicilian chicken cooked in vinegar – a straightforward yet flavourful dish perfect for your dinner table.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 1 chicken, cut into pieces
- ✓ Half a glass of vinegar
- ✓ 250ml vegetable stock
- ✓ 2 lemons
- ✓ Bay leaves
- ✓ Extra virgin olive oil
- ✓ Salt
- ✓ Freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
Sicilian chicken in vinegar captures the warmth and bold character of Sicily’s cucina rustica. Picture yourself in a cosy country kitchen, where the sharp scent of vinegar mingles beautifully with lemon and bay leaves. The tangy-sweet flavours dance across your palate, conjuring memories of family Sunday lunches where tradition and simplicity reign supreme. Ideal for sharing, this dish shines on crisp spring or autumn evenings, especially paired with a glass of fine Sicilian wine.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Put a pinch of salt on a plate, cut a lemon in half and press one half onto the salt.
- 2
Rub the chicken vigorously with the salted lemon, then rinse it and pat dry with a damp cloth.
- 3
Brown the chicken in a shallow pan with extra virgin olive oil, turning frequently to ensure it’s evenly golden.
- 4
Pour over the vinegar and let it evaporate, then add the vegetable stock, torn bay leaves, and lemon juice.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper, and simmer gently for about 45 minutes, topping up with more stock if the cooking liquid reduces too much.
- 6
Serve the chicken hot, alongside grilled vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a bit of a spicy kick, add a pinch of chilli flakes. If you prefer a sweeter twist, a teaspoon of sugar stirred into the vinegar helps balance the sharpness.
📦 Storage
- • Keep in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- • The cooked chicken can be frozen for up to 1 month.
- • Reheat gently in the oven at a low temperature to keep it tender.
🍷 Pairing
This dish partners wonderfully with a glass of Contea di Sclafani Grillo – its elegant aroma and full-bodied flavour beautifully complement the chicken’s tangy-sweet notes.
Give this Sicilian chicken a whirl in your own kitchen and let its comforting, vibrant flavours bring a little slice of the Mediterranean to your table. It’s perfect for sharing with loved ones, and I promise it’ll become a firm favourite to revisit again and again. Do let me know how you get on, and happy cooking!
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