Jul 14 2026
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Petto Di Pollo Al Peperoncino Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves2

marinated airline double chicken breast | spicy peperoncino sauce | roasted root vegetables & yukon gold potatoes

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Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

Spicy Peperoncino Sauce

Roasted Root Vegetables & Potatoes

Method

Marinating the Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare Marinade

    In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and dried oregano.

  2. 2

    Marinate Chicken

    Place the airline double chicken breasts in a resealable bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

Making the Spicy Peperoncino Sauce

  1. 3

    Sauté Garlic

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 4

    Add Spices and Tomatoes

    Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes, followed by the canned crushed tomatoes. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to simmer and thicken.

  3. 5

    Finish Sauce

    Add chopped basil and season with salt to taste. Keep warm until ready to serve.

Roasting Vegetables and Cooking Chicken

  1. 6

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 7

    Prepare Vegetables

    In a large bowl, combine diced Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced carrots, and sliced parsnips. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, black pepper, and chopped rosemary. Toss until well coated.

  3. 8

    Roast Vegetables

    Spread the vegetables evenly on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and tender, stirring halfway through.

  4. 9

    Cook Chicken

    While the vegetables are roasting, heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Serving

  1. 10

    Plate the Dish

    On each plate, serve a chicken breast topped with the spicy peperoncino sauce alongside a generous portion of roasted root vegetables and Yukon Gold potatoes.

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