MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED CHICKEN WITH GREEN OLIVE SALSA VERDE

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Mediterranean Grilled Chicken with Green Olive Salsa Verde image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 3h50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup brine from green olives, such as Picholine or Castelvetrano
1/4 cup pure olive oil
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh oregano, plus more for garnish
6 oil-packed anchovy fillets, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped to a paste
Zest and juice of 2 lemons
1 small Spanish onion, halved and thinly sliced
One 3 1/2- to 4-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces (drumsticks, thighs and halved breasts with wings removed)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped pitted green olives, such as Picholine or Castelvetrano
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1 large clove garlic, chopped to a paste
Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
Freshly ground black pepper
Pinch red chile flakes, optional

Steps:

  • For the chicken: Whisk together the olive brine, olive oil, oregano, anchovies, garlic, lemon zest and juice and onions in a bowl. Put the chicken in a resealable plastic bag and add the marinade. Evenly coat, press out air, seal and place in a large bowl or dish. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours.
  • For the salsa verde: Combine the olive oil, olives, parsley, mint, garlic, lemon zest and juice, black pepper and chile pepper if using in a bowl. Let sit for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before grilling.
  • Prepare the grill for medium-low heat. Sprinkle the chicken lightly with salt and pepper. Place on the grill skin-side down and cook slowly until the fat is rendered and the skin begins to turn crispy and golden brown. Flip and continue grilling until the meat registers 155 degrees F on an instant read thermometer, about 20 minutes total for the smaller breast pieces and 30 for the drumsticks and thighs. Serve with the green olive salsa verde.

Jazza William
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less salt next time.


M Jahir
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I'm not a big fan of green olives, but I loved the salsa verde in this dish. It was so flavorful and really complemented the grilled chicken.


Jcen Mwandi
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This is a great recipe! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the salsa verde was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Davide Garberi
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The chicken was a bit bland, but the salsa verde was delicious. I think I would add more spices to the chicken next time.


Victor Michael
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. The salsa verde was also very good. I will definitely be making this again.


Njabulo Jali
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I loved the combination of the grilled chicken and the salsa verde. I will definitely be making this again.


Ari and Bre Sister account
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the salsa verde was delicious. I think I would try marinating the chicken next time.


Abdifatah Ziiraaniyoh
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and the salsa verde is delicious. I served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a hit with my family.


Parbat Bhattarai
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken is perfectly grilled and the salsa verde is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


Promota Timo
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The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the salsa verde was tangy and herbaceous. I served this dish with roasted potatoes and grilled vegetables, and it was a perfect summer meal.


Scholastica Achieng
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This chicken dish was a hit with my family! The green olive salsa verde was the perfect complement to the grilled chicken, and the whole dish was full of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.