Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsTony's of IndianapolisPan Roasted Chicken Recipe

Pan Roasted Chicken Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

crispy polenta + local roma tomatoes + roasted sweet peppers + mushroom pan sauce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Sear the Chicken

    In a large oven-proof skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces, skin-side down, and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for another 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Roast the Chicken

    Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken and let it rest.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Polenta

    While the chicken is roasting, bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan. Slowly whisk in the polenta, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and set aside.

  5. 5

    Make the Pan Sauce

    In the same skillet used for the chicken, add the remaining olive oil. Sauté the garlic, mushrooms, and sliced sweet peppers for about 5 minutes until softened. Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened.

  6. 6

    Serve

    To serve, spoon polenta onto plates, top with the roasted chicken, and drizzle with the mushroom pan sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh basil.

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