Chicken Provençal with tomatoes and olives

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 60 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Chicken
  • Chicken thighs : 4 pieces
  • Salt : 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Olive oil : 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic cloves (minced) : 4 pieces
• Sauce
  • Onion (finely chopped) : 1 medium-sized
  • Red bell pepper (diced) : 1 medium-sized
  • Tomatoes (chopped) : 4 medium-sized
  • Black olives (pitted and halved) : 1/2 cup
  • Dried thyme : 1 teaspoon
  • Dried oregano : 1 teaspoon
  • Chicken broth : 1/2 cup
  • Fresh parsley (chopped) : 2 tablespoons

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Steps

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.
• Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
• Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
• In the same skillet, add the minced garlic, chopped onion, and diced red bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
• Add the chopped tomatoes, black olives, dried thyme, and dried oregano to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
• Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
• Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
• Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
• Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate the chicken thighs in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for a few hours before cooking.
• Serve the Chicken Provençal with crusty bread or over cooked pasta for a complete meal.

Information

• Chicken Provençal is a classic French dish that originated in the Provence region.
• The combination of tomatoes, olives, and herbs gives this dish a Mediterranean flair.
• This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to suit your needs.