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.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 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

Directions

  1. 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.

  2. 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 (per serving)

276 Calories
8g Fat
12g Carbs
31g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 276
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 69mg 23%
Sodium 1013mg 44%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 31g
Vitamin C 17mg 83%
Calcium 48mg 4%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 592mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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