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A single serving of Chicken Puttanesca, smothered in a rich, dark red sauce with olives and topped with fresh parsley.

Chicken Puttanesca


  • Author: jekof.com
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A quick and flavorful dish featuring chicken in a sauce made with olives, capers, and tomatoes.


Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add olives, capers, diced tomatoes, white wine, oregano, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  6. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow flavors to combine.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Serve this dish over pasta or with crusty bread.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 750
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 12
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 40
  • Cholesterol: 110

Keywords: chicken, puttanesca, olives, capers, quick dinner, Italian