GREEK CHICKEN STEW WITH CAULIFLOWER AND OLIVES
Chicken, cauliflower, olives, tomatoes, feta - this is a stew of extraordinary flavor and complexity, down to its hints of cinnamon and garlic. The recipe uses skinless chicken legs or thighs; you could substitute ones with the skin if you like. (But don't use chicken breasts, which will dry out.) You can use more or less chicken depending on your needs. And, important to note, you can freeze the finished dish, making it an excellent delivery to new parents or anyone in need of a home-cooked meal.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat in a large, deep, heavy lidded skillet or casserole and brown the chicken, in batches if necessary, about 5 minutes on each side. Remove the pieces to a plate or bowl as they're browned. Pour off the fat from the pan. Add the vinegar to the pan and scrape up all the bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of the olive oil to the pan, and turn the heat down to medium. Add the onion and a generous pinch of salt and cook, stirring often and scraping the bottom of the pan, until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Turn the heat to low, cover and let the onion cook for 10 minutes, stirring from time to time, until it is lightly browned and very soft.
- Add the garlic and stir together for a minute or two more, until the garlic is fragrant, then add the tomatoes and their juice, the cinnamon, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and simmer 10 minutes, stirring from time to time, until the mixture is reduced slightly and fragrant.
- Return the chicken pieces to the pot, along with any juices that have accumulated in the bowl. If necessary, add enough water to barely cover the chicken. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes.
- Add the cauliflower and kalamata olives and simmer for another 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and the chicken is just about falling off the bone. Stir in the parsley, taste and adjust seasonings. Serve with grains, with the feta sprinkled on top if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 498, UnsaturatedFat 22 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 1127 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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[email protected]This stew was okay. It wasn't anything special, but it wasn't bad either. I probably won't make it again.
Ashley Baker
[email protected]This recipe was a waste of time and money. The stew was awful. I don't recommend it.
Bwire Stephen
[email protected]I was disappointed with this recipe. The stew was bland and the chicken was dry. I won't be making this again.
Tsega
[email protected]This stew was a little too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I will definitely be making it again, but I'll use less chili powder next time.
romactgms ms
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but I loved it in this stew. The olives added a nice touch too.
sushi1710
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the stew turned out great! I loved the combination of flavors.
marina shah
[email protected]This stew was amazing! The chicken was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Gulfam Gill
[email protected]I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.
Tiffany Kayyz
[email protected]This stew was easy to make and so delicious. I loved the combination of flavors. I will definitely be making this again.
Sijadwafa Sijadwfa
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.
Rocky Mental
[email protected]This Greek chicken stew was a hit! The flavors were amazing and the cauliflower and olives added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.