Chicken with green olives


Chicken with Green Olives Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup green olives
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F/190°C.
  2. Season chicken breasts with coriander, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  5. Add onion and garlic to the same skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
  6. Add chicken broth, green olives, and lemon juice to the skillet, and stir well.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, spooning some of the olive mixture over the top of each breast.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
  9. Remove from oven and garnish with chopped parsley.

Serving suggestions:

Serve Chicken with Green Olives alongside steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a hearty meal. Alternatively, shred the cooked chicken and use it as a filling for wraps or sandwiches the next day.

Verdict:

This Chicken with Green Olives recipe is a savory and flavorful dish perfect for any night of the week. The olives add a briny, tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the seasoned chicken. The recipe is simple to prepare and can easily be adjusted to serve smaller or larger crowds.


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