Balsamic Chicken Delight
Experience the rich flavors of our Balsamic Chicken Delight, an effortless yet sophisticated dish inspired by the renowned Chicken Marbella. This recipe offers a shortcut to delightful dining without sacrificing taste. With succulent chicken tenders marinated in a savory blend of olives, capers, and tangy balsamic, this dish is both aromatic and delectable. Serve it warm over fluffy rice or couscous for a hearty meal, or enjoy it cold as a refreshing salad topping. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests with minimal stress!
6
Servings
300
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pimento stuffed olives
1/4 cup (pitted)
Capers
1 tablespoon (drained)
Balsamic vinaigrette or red wine and vinegar salad dressing
1/2 cup (bottled)
Garlic
2 cloves (crushed)
Dried oregano
1 teaspoon (dried)
Bay leaves
3 (whole)
Pitted prunes
1/2 cup (chopped)
Chicken tenders
1 1/4 lbs (rinsed and patted dry)
Light brown sugar
1/4 cup (firmly packed)
Dry white wine
1/4 cup
Instructions
1
In a food processor, combine the pimento stuffed olives and capers. Process until fairly smooth and set aside.
2
Position an oven rack in the center and preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
3
In a mixing bowl, combine the balsamic vinaigrette, olive and caper mixture, crushed garlic, dried oregano, bay leaves, and chopped prunes. Stir well to blend the flavors.
4
Add the chicken tenders to the mixing bowl and gently fold them into the marinade to ensure they are coated evenly.
5
Transfer the mixture to a 13x9 inch glass or ceramic casserole dish, making sure the chicken is in a single layer without overlapping.
6
Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar over the top of the chicken tenderloins.
7
Carefully pour the dry white wine around the edges of the chicken (avoiding the sugar topping) to maintain the glaze on top.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is caramelized and the juices run clear.
9
Before serving, discard the bay leaves.
10
This dish is excellent served warm over rice or couscous, but also pairs well as a cold salad topping.
Nutrition Information
12g
Fat
25g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Balsamic Chicken Delight?
Balsamic Chicken Delight is a sophisticated yet effortless dish inspired by Chicken Marbella, featuring chicken tenders marinated in a savory blend of balsamic, olives, and capers.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 6 people.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving of Balsamic Chicken Delight contains approximately 300 calories.
What oven temperature is required?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How long does the chicken need to bake?
The chicken should bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until it is caramelized and the juices run clear.
What type of chicken is best for this recipe?
This recipe specifically calls for 1 1/4 lbs of chicken tenders, rinsed and patted dry.
What kind of olives should I use?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of pitted pimento stuffed olives.
How should the olives and capers be prepared?
They should be combined in a food processor and processed until the mixture is fairly smooth.
Can I use a different dressing if I don't have balsamic vinaigrette?
Yes, you can use red wine and vinegar salad dressing as an alternative to balsamic vinaigrette.
How much garlic is needed?
The recipe requires 2 cloves of crushed garlic.
Are the prunes necessary for this dish?
Yes, the 1/2 cup of chopped pitted prunes provides a essential sweet contrast to the savory ingredients.
What herbs are used in the marinade?
The marinade uses 1 teaspoon of dried oregano and 3 whole bay leaves.
How is the brown sugar applied?
The 1/4 cup of light brown sugar should be evenly sprinkled over the top of the chicken tenderloins before baking.
Where should I pour the white wine in the dish?
Pour the dry white wine carefully around the edges of the chicken, avoiding the sugar topping to maintain the glaze.
What size baking dish should I use?
A 13x9 inch glass or ceramic casserole dish is recommended.
Should I overlap the chicken in the pan?
No, the chicken should be placed in a single layer without overlapping to ensure even cooking.
Do I need to remove anything before serving?
Yes, you should discard the bay leaves before serving the dish.
What are the recommended side dishes for this chicken?
It is excellent served warm over fluffy rice or couscous.
Can this recipe be served cold?
Yes, it pairs very well as a cold salad topping.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 12g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
Each serving contains 25g of carbohydrates.
How much protein does this dish provide?
There are 20g of protein per serving.
What flavor profile can I expect?
Expect a blend of savory, tangy, and sweet flavors with aromatic Mediterranean notes.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a one-pan meal, making it perfect for weeknight dinners.
Do I need to marinate the chicken for a long time?
The instructions suggest folding the chicken into the marinade just before transferring to the dish, though it can be done ahead for more flavor.
What kind of wine is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of dry white wine.
How many bay leaves are used?
The recipe uses 3 whole bay leaves.
Is this recipe suitable for guests?
Yes, it is described as sophisticated enough to impress guests with minimal stress.
Where should I place the oven rack?
Position the oven rack in the center of the oven before preheating.
What is the primary inspiration for this dish?
The recipe is a shortcut version of the famous Chicken Marbella dish.