Herb Marinated Chicken with Piquillo Pepper-Nicoise

Name: Herb Marinated Chicken with Piquillo Pepper-Nicoise Olive Relish and Fork Mashed Potatoes with Olive Oil and Parsley
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup sherry vinegar; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoons ancho chile powder; 10 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves; 1 cup olive oil; 2 whole chickens, 2 1/2 pounds each, butterflied; 8 piquillo peppers, drained and thinly sliced; 1/3 cup pitted and coarsely chopped nicoise olives; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped parsley; 1/4 cup sherry vinegar; 1 tablespoons honey; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 5 al- purpose potatoes; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; Kosher salt, to taste; 1/4 cup finely chopped flat leaf parsley

Servings: persons

1/4 cup sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoons ancho chile powder
10 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves
1 cup olive oil
2 whole chickens, 2 1/2 pounds each, butterflied
8 piquillo peppers, drained and thinly sliced
1/3 cup pitted and coarsely chopped nicoise olives
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/4 cup coarsely chopped parsley
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
1 tablespoons honey
Salt and freshly ground pepper
5 al- purpose potatoes
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt, to taste
1/4 cup finely chopped flat leaf parsley

1
For the chicken: Combine all ingredients except chicken in large baking dish.
2
Add chickens and turn to coat.
3
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
4
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Remove chicken from marinade and sear skin side down in a large saute pan until golden brown, then turn and cook other side until golden brown.
5
Place chickens on baking sheet and bake until cooked through, about 15 to 17 minutes.
6
For the Relish: Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
7
For the Potatoes: Bake potatoes in a 375 degree F. oven until soft.
8
Peel and place them in a warm bowl.
9
Add butter and olive oil and mash with a fork until mixed but not smooth.
10
Season with salt and fold in parsley.

1393

kcal

Calories

Fat

139

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup sherry vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoons ancho chile powder, 10 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Herb Marinated Chicken with Piquillo Pepper-Nicoise Olive Relish and Fork Mashed Potatoes with Olive Oil and Parsley falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Herb Marinated Chicken with Piquillo Pepper-Nicoise Olive Relish and Fork Mashed Potatoes with Olive Oil and Parsley

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