CHICKEN AGRODOLCE (AN ITALIAN SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN)

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This is such a unique Italian chicken dish. Chicken breasts are briefly sauteed, then simmered in a sauce of honey, balsamic vinegar, wine, orange and lemon juice. Toss in a few toasted pignoli, and you've got a quick and delicious dinner with risotto or cappellini.

Provided by EdsGirlAngie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup flour
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic
3 bay leaves
6 allspice berries
4 tablespoons honey
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup orange juice
4 tablespoons lemon juice
salt and pepper (about a tsp. each)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons toasted pignolis (pine nuts)

Steps:

  • In a large plastic bag, combine flour and chicken breasts, toss to coat.
  • In a large skillet, saute floured chicken breasts in olive oil with the whole garlic, bay leaves and allspice berries until chicken is browned.
  • Remove chicken to a plate.
  • To the skillet, add honey, vinegar and wine; cook to reduce slightly, about 10 minutes on medium-high heat.
  • Return chicken to skillet, add orange and lemon juices, salt and pepper, and cook about another 20 minutes or until chicken is done and sauce is reduced slightly.
  • Remove garlic, bay leaves and allspice berries from sauce.
  • Add pignoli and heat through, another 5 minutes or so.
  • Delicious with angel hair pasta or a nice risotto.

kliment mihajlovski
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Overall, this is a great recipe that I would definitely recommend.


Darrenmike Jones
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This recipe was a bit confusing to follow, but the results were delicious.


Fatuma kassahun
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The chicken was a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious.


Zohaib Bhatti
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This dish is a bit too tangy for my taste, but I can see how others would enjoy it.


Tigersunny Sunnydon
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I'm not a big fan of sweet and sour dishes, but this one was surprisingly good.


KIM K MUSIC UGANDA - OFFICIAL
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's a great special occasion meal.


Syed Hassan ali Akram Bhukhari
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This recipe is not for beginners. It's a bit complicated, but the results are worth it.


Ivanna Garcia
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I had a hard time finding some of the ingredients, but it was worth the effort.


vuyelwa afrika
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious.


Inzamam Ulhaq
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This dish is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I can see how others would enjoy it.


Andres Portocarrero
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I love the unique flavor of this dish. It's a great change from the usual chicken recipes.


Kimberly James
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This dish is so flavorful and easy to make. I highly recommend it!


Ryan Myslenski
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Yum!


Md Mahabur Sarkar
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This recipe is a keeper! It's going to be a regular in my dinner rotation.


Michaela Simpson
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I wasn't sure how I would like the combination of sweet and sour, but I was pleasantly surprised. This dish is delicious!


Murad Ahmed
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing!


Katende Dauglas
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Jihad.24b
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I especially liked the addition of the bell peppers and pineapple.


Mihran Ali Niazai
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of sweet and sour.


Atuhaire Nichoras
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.