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Chicken Scarpariello

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Chicken Scarpariello is a bold and comforting Italian-American classic made with juicy chicken thighs, savory sausage, tangy pickled peppers, and a zesty white wine vinegar sauce. This one-pan dish is packed with rustic flavor and perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests. It’s a hearty, no-fuss meal with the perfect balance of richness and brightness.

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
  • 8 oz sweet or hot Italian sausage, cut into chunks
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 red or yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • ½ cup pickled cherry peppers (plus 2 tablespoons of brine)
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon fresh oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sear chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, brown the sausage pieces until cooked through. Remove and set aside with the chicken.
  3. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened. Stir in pickled cherry peppers and brine.
  4. Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up any browned bits. Add chicken broth and white wine vinegar.
  5. Return chicken and sausage to the skillet. Add rosemary or oregano and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
  6. Serve hot with crusty bread, potatoes, or polenta to soak up the sauce.

Notes

  • Boneless chicken thighs can be used for quicker cooking.
  • Adjust spice level by using hot cherry peppers or red pepper flakes.
  • Add small potatoes directly to the skillet to cook in the sauce for a one-pan meal.
  • For a thicker sauce, simmer longer before adding meat back in.
  • Tastes even better the next day—ideal for meal prep.

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