Chicken legs in tomato sauce baked in the oven
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. It's very convenient to cook chicken legs in tomato sauce in the oven at home using canned tomatoes in their own juice. If you don't have them on hand, fresh tomatoes combined with tomato sauce will work just as well. Those who enjoy spicy food can add a bit of adjika. The meat turns out very tender and literally melts in your mouth. The dish is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Prepare a sauté pan or skillet that can later be placed in the oven. Place a piece of butter in it and set it on the stove.
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Step 2
2. While the butter is melting, wash and dry the chicken legs. Rub them with salt, pepper, and (if desired) spices on all sides.
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Step 3
3. Place the legs in the oil.
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Step 4
4. Over high heat, sear them on all sides until a golden crust forms. Then remove from heat and set aside for now.
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Step 5
5. Pour wine into a saucepan. This recipe for chicken legs in tomato sauce baked in the oven uses white wine, but dry red wine will also work.
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Step 6
6. Add the tomato paste and canned tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper, and spices to taste.
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Step 7
7. Add fresh or dried herbs. If the tomatoes are too tart, add a spoonful of sugar. After about 3 minutes, remove the pan from the heat.
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Step 8
8. Return the seared legs to the sauté pan.
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Step 9
9. Peel the garlic and place the cloves whole (you can slightly crush them beforehand). Then cover the chicken with a lid or foil and put it in a preheated oven at 190 degrees.
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Step 10
10. Chicken legs in tomato sauce will simmer in the oven at home for about 45-55 minutes. This is the delicious result you'll get.