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Easy Chicken Provençal Recipe with Fresh Herbs and Olives
Chicken Provençal is a rustic French dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a flavorful sauce with garlic, tomatoes, olives, and herbs. It's a simple yet elegant meal that's perfect for a cozy dinner or an impressive gathering!
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (or a mix of thighs and drumsticks)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup green or black olives pitted
- ½ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tablespoons capers optional
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Sear the Chicken
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken, skin-side down, for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics
- In the same pan, add the onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Build the Sauce
- Add the cherry tomatoes, olives, thyme, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
- Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce.
- Add the chicken broth and return the chicken to the skillet.
- Step 4: Simmer And Finish
- Cover and let the chicken simmer for 30 minutes over low heat.
- Stir in capers (if using) and lemon juice. Simmer uncovered for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Serve And Garnish
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
- Serve with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Notes
- Want more depth of flavor? Add roasted bell peppers or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Prefer boneless chicken? Use boneless thighs but reduce cooking time to 25-30 minutes.
- Need a non-alcoholic substitute? Use extra chicken broth instead of wine.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 22g