Italian Braised Chicken with Olives Recipe

Name: Italian Braised Chicken with Olives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3-1/2 lbs (1.6 kg). chicken, cut up; 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil; 2 gloves garlic, peeled; 2 tsp (10 ml). fresh rosemary leaves, minced; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) dry white wine; 1 large tomato, seeded and coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup (125 ml) pitted kalamata olives; 1/4 cup (60 ml) capers, rinsed; salt to taste; 1 tbsp (15 ml) minced Italian parsley

Servings: persons

1
Rinse the chicken pieces and pat dry and set aside.
2
In a large saute pan heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3
Add the chicken skin side down and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
4
Turn chicken adding garlic and fresh rosemary and cook another 5-7 minutes until that side is golden brown.
5
Remove the chicken.
6
Add the wine and as it bubbles scrape any brown bits sticking to the bottom of the pan.
7
Turn heat to low, add tomato, cover and cook for about 35 minutes, turning the chicken occasionally (If too much liquid evaporates add more wine to prevent the chicken from sticking to the pan).
8
Add olives and capers and let cook an additional 5 minutes, until chicken is very tender.
9
Season with salt to taste.
10
Transfer to warm platter and sprinkle with Italian parsley serve immediately.

241

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 3-1/2 lbs (1.6 kg). chicken, cut up, 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil, 2 gloves garlic, peeled, 2 tsp (10 ml). fresh rosemary leaves, minced, and more.

Yes, Italian Braised Chicken with 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.

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Italian Braised Chicken with Olives

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Variations & substitutions

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