Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 lbs

chicken thighs

boneless skinless

1.5 cup

cremini mushrooms

sliced

6 unit

fingerling potatoes

cut into wedges

1.5 cup

summer squash

sliced

2 cup

chicken broth

0.5 cup

white wine

1 cup

kalamata olives

pitted

4 unit

plum tomatoes

seeded and chopped

1.5 cup

yellow tomatoes

cut in half

1 unit

shallot

thin sliced

3 tsp

garlic

minced

1 tbsp

capers

3 tbsp

pine nuts

toasted

3 tbsp

fresh parsley

fine chopped

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

pepper

2 tbsp

butter

3 tbsp

olive oil

Step 1
~3 min

Toast pine nuts in a dry saucepan over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned. Set aside.

Step 2
~3 min

Bring chicken thighs to room temperature and season with salt and pepper.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large saute pan over medium heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook chicken on each side for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked to 160°F internal temperature. Transfer to an oven-safe dish lined with parchment paper or foil, cover, and keep warm in a 300°F oven.

Step 5
~3 min

Return the saute pan to medium heat and add the remaining olive oil and butter.

Step 6
~3 min

Add fingerling potatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until they begin to get tender.

Step 7
~3 min

Add sliced cremini mushrooms, summer squash, thin sliced shallots, and minced garlic and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Deglaze the pan with white wine and let it reduce for about a minute.

Step 9
~3 min

Add chicken broth and bring to a boil, then reduce to medium heat and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the broth begins to reduce.

Step 10
~3 min

Add pitted kalamata olives, chopped plum tomatoes, and capers. Check for salt and pepper.

Step 11
~3 min

Cook for another 4-5 minutes until some of the liquid has reduced and the tomatoes begin to cook down.

Step 12
~3 min

Remove the chicken from the oven and slice into bite-sized pieces. Add it back to the saute pan with the vegetables.

Step 13
~3 min

Stir in fresh parsley and check for seasoning. Cook just until heated through.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve hot, garnished with toasted pine nuts.

Step 15
~3 min

Serve with couscous and a salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast pine nuts carefully to avoid burning.

Don't overcrowd the pan when sauteing the vegetables.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Vegetables can be prepped in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with couscous or rice.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Represents the healthy and fresh ingredients of the Mediterranean diet.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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