Chicken With Orange And Black Olives Recipe

Name: Chicken With Orange And Black Olives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 ounces butter; 2 chicken legs; 8 ounces chicken stock; 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 12 black olives; 1 orange cut into thin slices; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley; Pinch salt; Pinch ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil and 1oz (25g) butter in a saute pan
2
Brown the chicken on both sides and then add the chicken stock
3
Stir in the thyme, olives and orange slices
4
Cover and simmer for 20 mins.
5
Check the chicken is cooked then remove the pieces to a warm plate. Cover with foil.
6
Taste the sauce; add the parsley, and pepper. Add salt if needed.
7
Turn up the heat and bubbling gently, reduce the sauce to 1/4 pint (150ml)
8
Whisk in the remaining butter, creating a shiny thickened sauce.
9
Remove the foil from the chicken and pour the sauce over. Serve with noodles, cous cous or bulgar wheat and a green salad

358

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 ounces butter, 2 chicken legs, 8 ounces chicken stock, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Orange And Black Olives 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken With Orange And Black Olives

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Variations & substitutions

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