Best 11 Chicken Breasts With Olives Recipes

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Chicken breasts with olives is a versatile dish that can be prepared in many different ways. Whether you are looking for a simple and quick meal or a more elaborate and flavorful dish, there is a recipe for chicken breasts with olives that will suit your needs. This article will provide you with a selection of the best recipes for chicken breasts with olives, so you can find the perfect one to enjoy.

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SKILLET CHICKEN WITH OLIVES



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While I was visiting my cousin Lilliana in Italy, she made this heavenly chicken for lunch. Now it's a family favorite stateside, too. -Rosemarie Pisano, Revere, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 tablespoon drained capers, optional

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with rosemary, pepper and salt. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides., Add olives, wine and, if desired, capers. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 2-3 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 571mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN AND OLIVES



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The sharp, briny bite of olives is the dominant flavors here, which is why it pairs so well with chicken breast. This is one of those dishes where, if you tasted the chicken and sauce separately, you probably wouldn't be very impressed, but together they're magic.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pan-Fried

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless chicken breast halves with skin
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup sliced shallots
½ cup pitted and sliced green olives
½ cup brine-cured pitted olives, such as Kalamata, halved lengthwise and brine reserved
1 cup chicken broth
1 lemon, zested and juiced
½ teaspoon cumin
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons cold butter, cut into four pieces

Steps:

  • Season skin-side of chicken with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Turn breasts over and season skinless side with salt, black pepper, cayenne, and herbes de Provence. Turn again so that the skin-side is facing up; rest for 10 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Place chicken skin-side down in hot oil. Reduce heat to medium-high and cook chicken until skin is well-browned, about 5 minutes. Turn chicken and cook until just browned, about 2 minutes; transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir shallots in the hot skillet until just softening and golden brown, about 2 minutes. Stir olives into shallots and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour the chicken broth into the skillet; bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off of the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Add lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of the reserved olive brine, lemon zest, and cumin; increase heat to high and cook until sauce is reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low and return chicken, skin-side up, to the skillet. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken to a plate and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Stir parsley and butter into sauce, stirring continuously until butter is melted and sauce is shiny. Spoon sauce over chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 641.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 206.6 mg, Fat 37.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 69.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 901.3 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

GARLIC-BRAISED CHICKEN WITH OLIVES AND MUSHROOMS



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When it's no longer winter but not quite spring, a savory stovetop braise, served over rustic grains like farro, makes a comforting weeknight meal. Braised garlic is a sweet counterpart to briny olives, earthy mushrooms, and succulent chicken. Simmering it all in stock will enrich the flavors.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small chicken (about 2 1/2 pounds), cut into pieces
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
2 heads garlic (at least 16 cloves), smashed and peeled
10 ounces cremini mushrooms, cleaned, trimmed, and halved
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 cup green olives (preferably picholine), pitted or left whole
1/3 cup chicken stock

Steps:

  • Heat a large straight-sided skillet (about 12 inches) over medium-high heat. While it's heating, season chicken with salt and pepper. Add 1 tablespoon oil to pan and swirl. Add chicken, skin side down. Let brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove chicken from pan; set aside.
  • Add 1 teaspoon oil to pan, followed by garlic and mushrooms; let brown, stirring occasionally, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Add wine to mushrooms and garlic and bring to a boil, then cook for 1 minute. Return chicken to pan.
  • Add olives and chicken stock to pan; bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover; simmer until chicken is cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 g, Fat 20 g

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN BREASTS WITH TOMATOES AND OLIVES



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This is very yummy and makes a good weeknight meal. I serve it with short-grain brown rice with olive oil and grated parmesan cheese and a green vegetable.

Provided by 2hot2handle

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic clove (about 2 cloves)
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with their liquid
1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped (or use green olives)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1 tbsp. fresh)
1 teaspoon dried basil (or 1 tbsp. fresh)

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet, heat the tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and saute until it is browned on all sides and just cooked through (about 7-10 minutes). Remove chicken and place on a plate.
  • Add the teaspoons of olive oil and the onions to the pan, and cook for 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Add the tomatoes olives, oregano and basil and cook the sauce for 5-8 more minutes.
  • Add the chicken and cook until it is heated through.
  • Put the chicken on plates (over rice if desired), and spoon the sauce equally over the chicken.

CHICKEN BREASTS IN FOIL WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES, AND PARMESAN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 thick slices tomato
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 12 ounces)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon thyme leaves, plus 2 sprigs thyme
10 small black olives, pitted

Steps:

  • Tear off two sheets of aluminum foil, each about 18 inches square, and place one on top of the other. Use the olive oil to smear a patch in the center of the foil, large enough to hold the chicken. Make a bed of the tomato slices, in the center, then top with the chicken breasts, salt and pepper to taste, the Parmesan, and thyme leaves. Add the olives and thyme sprigs.
  • Fold the foil over the chicken onto itself and crimp the edges as tightly as possible by making 1- or 2-inch folds, one after the other, each sealing the other. Seal the package very tightly, but leave plenty of room around the chicken. (You can prepare the recipe up to 3 hours in advance to this point; refrigerate the package.)
  • Place a skillet large enough to hold the package over high heat. A minute later, add the remaining oil, then pour out all but a film. Put the package in the skillet; it will sizzle. About 2 minutes later, the package will expand like a balloon; be careful of the escaping steam. Cook for 5 minutes longer from that point.
  • Remove the package from the heat, again taking care to avoid any escaping steam. Let rest for 1 minute, then cut a slit down the length of the top with a knife. Use a knife and fork to open up the package, then spoon the chicken, garnish, and juices onto a plate and serve.

PAN SEARED CHICKEN WITH OLIVES



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

Four 8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for searing
2 tablespoons finely minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons minced shallots (about 1 small)
1 clove garlic, finely minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 teaspoons finely sliced fresh basil, optional
1 small clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil, if needed
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons minced shallots (about 1/2 small)
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
1/2 cup chicken broth (store-bought or homemade)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil and chives, for garnish, optional
Chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil and chives, for garnish, optional
Winter Greens Salad, recipe follows, for serving, optional
1 cup wild arugula leaves
1 cup torn frisee leaves
1 cup thinly sliced radicchio (about 1/4 head)
1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the chicken: Using a meat mallet, evenly pound the chicken breast halves between 2 sheets of plastic wrap to 1/4-inch thickness. Put the chicken into a heavy resealable bag or 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Add the oil, parsley, shallots and garlic; sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper and mix in the bag or toss in the baking dish until the chicken is coated in the marinade. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Using tongs, remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing the oil to drain. (It's ok if some of the garlic and shallots still cling to the chicken.) Discard the marinade.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large (12- to 14-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add the chicken breasts, 2 at a time, being sure to space them out in the skillet. (Avoid over-crowding, or you won't get a good sear.) Sear until light golden on the first side, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and sear on the other side until the chicken is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes more. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm. Cook the remaining 2 chicken breasts, adding another tablespoon of oil if needed. Reserve the skillet for the sauce.
  • For the pan sauce: In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, basil if using and the garlic; season with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Set aside.
  • Pour out all but 2 tablespoons oil from the skillet. If the skillet is dry and more oil is needed, add about 2 tablespoons. Over medium heat, add the olives and shallots and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the vinegar and cook, scraping up any browned bits in the skillet. Whisk in the chicken broth and any pan juices the chicken released on the platter and bring to a simmer. Cook until the liquid has reduced by half. Stir in the mustard, add the seasoned tomatoes and cook, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute; season with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Spoon the sauce over the chicken on the platter, garnish with chopped herbs if using and serve immediately with the Winter Greens Salad on the side if desired.
  • Put the arugula, frisee and radicchio into a salad bowl and toss to combine. Drizzle the vinegar over the greens and toss until coated; drizzle the oil over the top and toss again. Add the cheese, season with salt and pepper and toss until well combined. Serve immediately.

OLIVE CHICKEN II



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Chicken breasts simmered with wine, chicken broth, olives, tomatoes and a smattering of herbs and spices. Serve with saffron rice, if desired.

Provided by LEG52

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Skillet

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
salt to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 bay leaf
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 tomatoes, peeled and quartered
20 pimento-stuffed green olives
1 ¼ cups dry white wine
1 ¼ cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat; brown chicken in oil, about 5 minutes each side. Add garlic, bay leaf, thyme and pepper and mix well, then stir in tomatoes, olives, wine and broth.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 45 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Remove garlic and bay leaf and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1013.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CHICKEN WITH OLIVES AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Common pantry items really bring flavor to simple chicken breasts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 dry-packed sun-dried tomato halves (about 1/4 cup)
Zest of 1/2 lemon, cut into very thin strips (about 2 tablespoons)
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved lengthwise
1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, (6 to 8 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil; add tomatoes and lemon zest. Reduce to a simmer; cook until tomatoes have softened, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain, and pat dry with paper towels. Slice tomatoes into 1/4-inch strips.
  • In a medium bowl, toss tomato mixture with olives, 1 teaspoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper.
  • Rub chicken all over with remaining tablespoon oil; season generously with salt and pepper. Place chicken in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish; sprinkle with tomato mixture.
  • Cover tightly with foil; refrigerate until ready to use, up to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Bake (covered with foil) 20 minutes. Remove from oven; let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 47 g

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH OLIVES AND TOMATOES



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 1/4 pounds skinless and boneless chicken breasts
1 medium onion, chopped
1 pound canned plum tomatoes, very well drained and chopped
18 Nicoise olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried

Steps:

  • In a shallow baking dish combine two tablespoons of the olive oil with half the garlic, the lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste. Add chicken breasts, turning them in the dish so they are coated with the marinade. Arrange them in a single layer in the dish, cover with plastic wrap and allow them to marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Heat the remaining oil in a skillet. Add onion and remaining garlic and saute until tender but not brown. Add tomatoes and olives and allow to cook about 15 minutes, until the mixture begins to thicken. Stir in half the parsley and the thyme and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spread the tomato mixture over the marinated chicken breasts. Place in oven and bake about 20 minutes, until the chicken is done. Remove from oven and baste to combine juices in bottom of the pan with the tomato mixture on top. Sprinkle with the remaining parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 411, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 686 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CREAMY OLIVE-STUFFED CHICKEN



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Guess what? This 7-ingredient stuffed chicken entree not only is a cinch to prepare but is good for you, too. In less than an hour, you can have dinner on the table and feel good knowing that each serving has less than 300 calories. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
4 ounces fat-free cream cheese
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, olives, oregano and pepper. Spoon 2 tablespoons down center of each chicken breast. Fold chicken over filling; secure with toothpicks, then roll in bread crumbs., In a large ovenproof skillet, brown chicken in oil. Bake until a thermometer reads 165°, 20-25 minutes . Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH MARSALA & KALAMATA OLIVES



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Make and share this Chicken Breasts with Marsala & Kalamata Olives recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Evie3234

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 single skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup kalamata olive, stoned and chopped
1 tablespoon fresh marjoram or 1/2 tablespoon dried marjoram
2 vine ripened tomatoes, diced (scrape out seeds before dicing)
1/4 cup dry marsala

Steps:

  • Cut each chicken breast into three pieces of even thickness (cut off tail end as one piece then slit other piece through the middle) Coat with flour shaking off any excess Set large skillet over a medium heat, when hot add the 2 Tbsp olive oil and the 1 Tbsp butter.
  • When the butter is sizzling add the chicken.
  • Cook for about 5 minutes each side until golden and cooked through.
  • Transfer chicken to a warmed plate when done, season with salt and pepper.
  • Let pan cool a little, if the pan is dry add the extra virgin olive oil (if pan has oily residue you wont need to) Add the garlic, cook for a few minutes, then add the olives marjoram and tomatoes.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes, then add the marsala and let mixture bubble up.
  • Pour over chicken breasts and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for organic, free-range chicken breasts, and use ripe, juicy olives.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the chicken breasts, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to steam rather than sear.
  • Cook the chicken breasts over medium-high heat: This will help to create a nice sear on the outside of the chicken while keeping the inside juicy and tender.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: Marinating the chicken breasts in a flavorful marinade will help to infuse them with flavor and make them even more delicious.
  • Don't overcook the chicken breasts: Overcooked chicken breasts will be dry and tough. Cook them just until they are cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  • Serve the chicken breasts with your favorite sides: Chicken breasts with olives can be served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Chicken breasts with olives is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

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