A simple, but flavorful dish with chicken, potatoes, and bell peppers. Great for guests or simple comfort food.

Ingredients

• 2 clove garlic, sliced thin
• 8 chicken breasts (or assorted chicken pieces), with skin
• 1 large green bell pepper, cut into 2-inch strips
• 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 2-inch strips
• 8 medium potatoes, quartered (leave skin on)
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 Tbs fresh parsley, chopped
• salt and pepper to taste
• dash of dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp paprika

Directions

1. Place the garlic slices under the skin of the chicken.
2. Place chicken, green and red bell pepper, and potatoes in large shallow baking pan, making sure they have plenty of room. Pour oil on top and sprinkle seasonings over chicken and potatoes.
3. Make a tent of aluminum foil over the pan.
4. Place in the oven and cook at 250 degree to 300 degree Fahrenheit for 45 minutes, or until chicken and potatoes are tender.
5. Remove the foil.
6. Turn heat to 375 degrees and brown 15 minutes more.

Paula Laurita
Italian Food Host

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