Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFirst and Last Tavern Hartford#20 Chicken Stemperata With Side Of Shells Recipe

#20 Chicken Stemperata With Side Of Shells Recipe

Time50m
Serves2

Half chicken, bone-in pieces, sautéed with garlic, olive & pepperoncini

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Method

Chicken Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken halves with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Once the oil is hot, add the chicken, skin-side down. Cook for about 6-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown.

  3. 3

    Flip the chicken and add the minced garlic and sliced pepperoncini to the skillet. Cook for another 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

  5. 5

    Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley.

Pasta Cooking

  1. 6

    Cook the Shell Pasta

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.

  2. 7

    Once boiling, add the shell pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 8

    Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Mix in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is melted and the pasta is well-coated.

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