Welcome to our latest recipe!

Today we’re showing you how to prepare delicious chicken in tomato sauce in a cast iron pot. This recipe is simple, tasty, and perfect for a cozy dinner. The cast iron pot ensures even heat distribution and adds a special depth of flavor. Let’s get started!

Chicken in Tomato Sauce

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breast fillets or 4 chicken thighs

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 large onion, finely chopped

• 3 garlic cloves, chopped

• 1 large can (800 g) chopped tomatoes

• 200 ml chicken broth

• 2 tbsp tomato paste

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp dried basil

• 1 tsp paprika powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

• Optional: 1 tsp sugar (to balance acidity)

Preparation:

1. Preparation:

• Season the chicken breasts or thighs with salt and pepper.

• Prepare all ingredients and preheat your cast iron pot on the stove.

2. Sear the chicken:

• Heat olive oil in the cast iron pot over medium-high heat.

• Sear the chicken pieces on both sides until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

3. Prepare the vegetables:

• In the same pot, sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.

• Add garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

4. Make the tomato sauce:

• Add tomato paste and stir well, letting it lightly toast.

• Add chopped tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring everything together.

• Add oregano, basil, and paprika. Season with salt, pepper, and optional sugar.

5. Add chicken and simmer:

• Return the chicken pieces to the pot.

• Reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 25–30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

6. Serve:

• Garnish with fresh basil leaves.

• Serve hot with rice, pasta, or fresh bread.

Tip:

This dish often tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen. Simply reheat and enjoy!

Dive into the aromatic world of seafood gumbo with our Dutch oven!

Cooked over glowing coals for the ultimate outdoor cooking experience!

Seafood Gumbo

Ingredients:

• 3 celery stalks

• 1 green bell pepper

• 1 onion

• 4 garlic cloves

• 500 g okra

• 500 g shrimp

• 2 packs (340 g each) crab meat

• 1 pack (340 g) mussel meat

• 2 cans (400 g each) chopped tomatoes

• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning

• 2 L chicken broth

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp paprika

• 2 bay leaves

• 150 g butter

• 180 g flour

• Rice for serving

Instructions:

1️⃣ Place the Dutch oven over hot glowing coals. Add the butter and let it melt. Then add the flour and stir continuously until you get a golden roux.

2️⃣ Add celery, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Sauté until softened. Then add the okra and let it cook further.

3️⃣ Add the seafood and let it simmer for a few minutes.

4️⃣ Add the tomatoes, spices, and chicken broth. Stir everything well and bring to a simmer.

5️⃣ Cover the Dutch oven and let the gumbo cook gently over the coals for at least 2 hours.

6️⃣ Remove the bay leaves, serve the gumbo hot over rice, and enjoy your delicious meal!

Let us know how it turned out. Happy cooking and enjoy your meal!