Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 lbs

boneless skinless chicken

cut into pieces

1 unit

yellow onion

chopped

1 unit

fennel bulb

chopped

4 cloves

garlic

minced

2 tsp

Rustic Tuscan seasoning

1 tsp

salt

or more to taste

0.5 tsp

coarse ground pepper

0.5 tsp

granulated garlic

4 tbsp

olive oil

2 cans

chopped tomato

2 cans

pitted black olives

drained

1 cup

dry white wine

or more

1.5 tbsp

balsamic vinegar

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Step 2
~4 min

Cut each chicken breast into 3 or 4 pieces and trim.

Step 3
~4 min

Place chicken breasts in a foil-lined baking pan.

Step 4
~4 min

Spread a little olive oil on the bottom of the pan.

Step 5
~4 min

Sprinkle granulated garlic powder, salt, and pepper on the chicken breasts.

Step 6
~4 min

Bake chicken at 425 degrees for about 30-35 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Chop the onion and fennel (use only the white part of the fennel).

Step 8
~4 min

Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 9
~4 min

Sauté the garlic until it starts to brown.

Step 10
~4 min

Add the onion and fennel and continue sautéing.

Step 11
~4 min

Add the Tuscan seasonings after a few minutes.

Step 12
~4 min

When the onion and fennel mixture is soft, add the canned tomatoes, drained canned olives, wine, and balsamic vinegar.

Step 13
~4 min

Let the mixture simmer until the chicken has baked.

Step 14
~4 min

Add the baked chicken to the tomato mixture.

Step 15
~4 min

Simmer gently for 20-30 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

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

Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time.

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 in the sauce.

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted potatoes
Green salad
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tuscany, Italy

Cultural Significance

Represents the rustic and hearty flavors of Tuscan cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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