Chicken with oranges and olives
4 servings
30 minutes
Chicken with oranges and olives is an exquisite dish embodying Mediterranean cuisine. Its roots trace back to Italian traditions, where juicy citrus and tangy olives often adorn meat dishes. Tender chicken breast acquires a delicious crust when fried and is then infused with the sweet and sour notes of orange juice. Olives add a pleasant saltiness, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. The dish is perfect for both festive dinners and cozy family lunches. Serving it with pasta or fluffy mashed potatoes makes it especially hearty. It's not just food—it's a little journey to sunny Italy, where each ingredient plays its role in creating a culinary symphony of flavors.
1
Cut the chicken breasts into medium cubes and season with pepper;
- Chicken breast: 4 pieces
- Ground pepper mix: to taste
2
Place the meat in the pan and fry on high heat until a slight crust forms;
- Chicken breast: 4 pieces
3
Cut the olives in half lengthwise (or you can leave them whole, depending on preference), and cut the oranges into half slices;
- Pitted olives: 2 jars
- Oranges: 3 pieces
4
Put all the ingredients (pour olives strictly with juice!) into the pan with the meat at the same time;
- Chicken breast: 4 pieces
- Pitted olives: 2 jars
- Oranges: 3 pieces
5
Fill to the top with orange juice;
- Orange juice: 1 l
6
Cook on medium and then high heat until the juice evaporates (leave just a little to avoid drying out).
- Orange juice: 1 l
7
Voila! The wonderful meat is ready. Delicious with sides like mashed potatoes and pasta.