Chicken Marbella Recipe

Name: Chicken Marbella
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Olive oil spray; 1/2 to 3/4 pound chicken breasts or thighs; 1/4 cup pitted prunes, chopped; 1/4 cup pitted Spanish green olives, halved; 2 tablespoons capers, with a bit of juice; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup white wine; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley; 6 to 8 new potatoes, cubed; Sea salt; 2 portobello mushrooms, sliced; 8 to 10 Brussels sprouts (about 6 ounces), trimmed and halved lengthwise; 2 bay leaves

Servings: persons

Olive oil spray
1/2 to 3/4 pound chicken breasts or thighs
1/4 cup pitted prunes, chopped
1/4 cup pitted Spanish green olives, halved
2 tablespoons capers, with a bit of juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup white wine
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley
6 to 8 new potatoes, cubed
Sea salt
2 portobello mushrooms, sliced
8 to 10 Brussels sprouts (about 6 ounces), trimmed and halved lengthwise
2 bay leaves

1
Preheat the oven to 450F.
2
Spray the inside and lid of a cast-iron Dutch oven with olive oil.
3
Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the pot.
4
Sprinkle with the prunes, olives, and capers.
5
In a small bowl, mix the vinegar, olive oil, wine, brown sugar, oregano, and parsley until the sugar dissolves.
6
Pour half of the mixture evenly over the chicken.
7
Add the potatoes and season lightly with salt.
8
Spread the mushrooms in a layer.
9
Top with the Brussels sprouts.
10
Pour the rest of the liquid over all and tuck the bay leaves into crevices.
11
Cover and bake for 45 minutes, or until 3 minutes after the aroma of a fully cooked meal escapes the oven.
12
Serve immediately.
13
Calories: 584
14
Protein: 32g
15
Carbohydrates: 66g
16
Fat: 21g
17
Cholesterol: 75mg
18
Sodium: 110mg
19
Fiber: 7g

251

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Olive oil spray, 1/2 to 3/4 pound chicken breasts or thighs, 1/4 cup pitted prunes, chopped, 1/4 cup pitted Spanish green olives, halved, and more.

Yes, Chicken Marbella falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken Marbella

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Variations & substitutions

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