Description
Chicken Marbella is a classic dish that features tender chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful blend of prunes, olives, capers, garlic, and herbs. Baked to perfection, this dish is sweet, tangy, and savory all at once, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Chicken Marbella:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup pitted prunes (halved)
- 1/4 cup pitted green olives
- 1/4 cup capers with a bit of juice
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl or bag, marinate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat and Arrange: Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange chicken in a baking dish with marinade.
- Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes, basting occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and golden.
- Serve: Transfer to a platter, spoon over fruits and juices, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- Chicken Marbella pairs well with rice, couscous, or crusty bread.
- This dish is delicious served cold the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Classic American (Silver Palate inspired)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
