Chicken Mace

I discovered this recipe on "The Regis and Kathie Lee Show" many, many years ago. It was a dish at one of Regis' favorite restaurants called La Strata East. Not sure if the restaurant is still in business . . . was unable to find it after an online search. I've been making this dish for years, but I can't remember the significance of the name. It is one of my favorite things to make when company comes, especially because it's a one dish meal and you can assemble it ahead of time. Can also be made on top of the stove in a 12" skillet, cooking an additional 30 minutes.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  lbs  boneless skinless chicken cutlets, cut into 2 inch pieces
• 3 -4  tablespoons olive oil
• 4  Italian sausage, cut into 2 inch pieces
• 4  potatoes, cut into cubes
• 2  green peppers, chopped
• 4  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  onion, chopped
• 12  ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon oregano
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1⁄2 cup red wine

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Combine all ingredients in a large baking dish.
3. Mix well to combine.
4. Cover with aluminum foil, venting with a few knife slits.
5. Bake for one hour, stirring occasionally, and removing cover for the last 15 minutes of cooking to brown potatoes and chicken.