Welcome to the exciting world of Mediterranean cuisine, where flavors dance in harmony and every bite transports you to sunny shores! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our featured recipe: "Mediterranean Champagne Chicken with Artichoke Hearts and Olives." This dish is a symphony of Mediterranean flavors, featuring tender chicken breasts bathed in a luscious champagne sauce, enhanced by the vibrant flavors of artichoke hearts and olives. The result is a delightful harmony of tastes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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DOUBLE-DUTY CHICKEN WITH OLIVES & ARTICHOKES
My grandmother came from the region around Seville, Spain, where olives are produced. They get a starring role in her scrumptious chicken. -Suzette Zara, Scottsdale, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h30m
Yield 4 servings plus leftovers.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour, garlic salt and pepper. Dip chicken thighs in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. In batches, brown chicken on both sides. Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker., Sprinkle garlic, lemon zest, thyme and rosemary over chicken. Top with artichoke hearts, olives and bay leaf. In a bowl, mix orange juice, broth and honey; pour over top. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove bay leaf., Reserve 4 chicken thighs for Double-Duty Chicken & Feta Spinach Salad; cover and refrigerate. To serve remaining chicken, mix gremolata ingredients in a small bowl. Sprinkle over chicken and artichoke mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 971mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
BRAISED CHICKEN WITH ARTICHOKES AND OLIVES
Imbued with the classic Mediterranean flavors of artichokes, garlic, mint and olives, this braised chicken is complex and highly satisfying, with a white wine sauce brightened with lemon. Fresh artichokes have the most pronounced character and meatiest texture, but if you can't get them or don't want to go to the trouble of cleaning them, you can substitute frozen artichoke hearts (you'll need a 9- or 10-once package). Serve this with crusty bread for sauce-mopping.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories one pot, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon into a large bowl of water. Discard the outer leaves of each artichoke. As you do so, and as you continue cleaning the artichokes, dip them into the lemon water to stop the cut sides from browning. Use a paring knife to peel the base and stems. Slice off the top third of each artichoke. Slice the artichokes in half lengthwise. Using a teaspoon or grapefruit spoon, scoop out the hairy chokes inside, pulling out any prickly purple leaves as well. Slice each half into three pieces. Put trimmed artichoke pieces in lemon water until needed.
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Pat the chicken dry with paper towel and season with salt and pepper. In a large (12-inch) ovenproof skillet with a lid, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and sear in batches until well browned, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- Add artichokes and garlic to pan, adding more oil if needed, and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and red pepper flakes; cook 1 minute more.
- Pour in wine and stir in olives, rosemary branches and grated zest of 1/2 lemon. (Do not discard after zesting.) Return chicken to pan. Bring liquid to a simmer.
- Cover pan and transfer to oven. Cook until chicken is tender, 30 to 35 minutes. (Check white meat after 25 minutes and remove from oven if done.) Transfer chicken to a plate and place skillet over medium-high heat. Simmer until pan juices thicken and become saucelike, about 3 to 5 minutes. Whisk in butter.
- Return chicken to pan and sprinkle with cheese. Adjust oven heat to broil and place pan in the oven until cheese is melted and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. (Watch carefully to see that it does not burn.) Squeeze juice of remaining lemon half over pan and serve garnished with chives or mint if you like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1047, UnsaturatedFat 45 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 71 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 77 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 1364 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 1 gram
MEDITERRANEAN CHAMPAGNE CHICKEN WITH ARTICHOKE HEARTS AND OLIVES
Here's what's for dinner! Sauteed chicken cutlets, artichoke hearts, Greek olives, and pine nuts in a flavorful Champagne sauce. Excellent served with arborio rice or small shaped pasta. Enjoy this dish and feel like your sitting in Southern Europe for the evening...
Provided by Dans La Lune
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet on medium heat.
- Add olive oil.
- Add chicken cutlets, and cook on both sides until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- In pan with drippings, add butter and cook until melted.
- Add champagne, and turn heat on medium high.
- Add allspice, basil, and paprika and mix well.
- Add in flour while continually stirring.
- Cook until sauce begins to thicken, about a minute or two, constantly stirring so sauce does not burn.
- Add artichoke hearts and olives, and turn heat back to medium.
- Return chicken cutlets to pan, spooning sauce over them.
- Lower heat and add pine nuts, lightly mixing them into mixture.
- Serve chicken with the artichoke, olive, and pine nut mixture over it.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.4, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 188.4, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 1.4, Protein 2.3
MOROCCAN TAGINE WITH OLIVES AND ARTICHOKE HEARTS
A delicious Moroccan stew that can be served over couscous or saffron rice. This dish can also be made vegetarian by omitting the chicken.
Provided by Alexia Patramanis
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Chicken
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir chicken, onion, and garlic in hot oil until the chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes.
- Stir garbanzo beans, diced tomatoes with juice, vegetable broth, artichoke hearts, carrot, olives, sugar, lemon juice, salt, coriander, and cayenne pepper into the chicken mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 1219.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and tools ready to go. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
- Season your chicken generously: Don't be afraid to season your chicken with salt, pepper, and other spices before cooking. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the chicken from becoming bland.
- Use good quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. Look for fresh, organic ingredients whenever possible.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the chicken, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and will make it more likely to stick.
- Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
- Let the chicken rest before serving: Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the juices to redistribute and will make the chicken more tender.
Conclusion:
This Mediterranean Champagne Chicken with Artichoke Hearts and Olives is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the artichoke hearts and olives add a briny, savory flavor that complements the chicken perfectly. The champagne sauce is light and refreshing, and it adds a touch of elegance to the dish. Overall, this is a delicious and versatile dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.
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