Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.25 cup

flour

0.25 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

black pepper

4 unit

chicken breasts

cut in half

1 tbsp

olive oil

0.5 cup

white onion

diced

8 unit

garlic cloves

finely chopped

0.5 cup

lemon juice

fresh squeezed

2.5 cup

chicken broth

fat free

0.5 cup

water

1.25 unit

red potatoes

quartered

2 cup

chickpeas

cooked, rinsed and drained

16 unit

pimento stuffed olives

thinly sliced

0.33 cup

parsley

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Dredge chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.

Step 3
~3 min

Reserve remaining flour.

Step 4
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Brown half of the chicken pieces for 2 minutes per side, then remove to a plate.

Step 6
~3 min

Repeat with the remaining chicken.

Step 7
~3 min

Cook onions in the Dutch oven for 2 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Add garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 9
~3 min

Stir in the remaining flour, lemon juice, chicken broth, and water.

Step 10
~3 min

Bring the liquids to a boil.

Step 11
~3 min

Add potatoes, chickpeas, and olives and stir.

Step 12
~3 min

Nestle the chicken breasts bone side up into the stew.

Step 13
~3 min

Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.

Step 14
~3 min

Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.

Step 15
~3 min

Turn the chicken pieces and continue to cook for 5-10 minutes until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through.

Step 16
~3 min

Stir in parsley and cook for one minute.

Step 17
~3 min

Ladle into serving bowls.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your preference.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Garnish with extra parsley and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

Medium

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The stew can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Serve over rice or quinoa.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad with a lemon vinaigrette.
Roasted vegetables.

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

A traditional recipe

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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