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Chicken & Nduja Bake Recipe

Chicken & Nduja Bake Recipe
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4.9 from 12 reviews

A delicious and spicy one-pan chicken and nduja bake recipe that’s bursting with Italian flavors. Tender chicken thighs, zesty nduja sausage, and a medley of vegetables come together in a rich, savory sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken & Vegetables:

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into large chunks)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small red onion (sliced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
  • 1 zucchini (sliced)

Sauce & Others:

  • 1/4 cup nduja (soft, spreadable spicy pork sausage)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) chopped tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
  • Crusty bread or cooked pasta for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Sear Chicken: In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil and sear chicken until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté red onion, garlic, bell pepper, and zucchini until softened.
  4. Add Nduja & Tomatoes: Stir in nduja until melted, then add chopped tomatoes, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and chicken broth. Return chicken to the skillet.
  5. Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce is bubbling.
  6. Garnish & Serve: Garnish with basil and serve hot with bread or pasta.

Notes

  • Nduja adds a bold kick—adjust to taste.
  • For a creamy twist, stir in heavy cream before baking.

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