Fried Chicken with Fruit

4 servings

30 minutes

Fried chicken with fruits is a gourmet dish that combines the tenderness of chicken meat with the sweet-spicy flavor of fruits. This recipe is inspired by European cuisine, where the combination of meat and fruits is popular for creating a harmonious taste. Chicken breast, fried to a golden crust, is complemented by the aroma of garlic and pine nuts, then simmered in sherry with wine vinegar, sugar, and dried fruits—apricots and prunes. This gives the dish a sweet depth and mild acidity. The chicken becomes wonderfully juicy, and the sauce it absorbs makes it particularly appetizing. Serving with rice adds textural variety and perfectly complements the flavor. Ideal for festive dinners or cozy family gatherings.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 818.6
• Proteins: 91.3g
• Fats: 25.8g
• Carbohydrates: 35.9g

Ingredients

• Olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Chicken breast: 6 pc
• Dried apricots: 85 g
• Prunes: 85 g
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Cane sugar: 2 tsp
• Red wine vinegar: 4 tbsp
• Pine nuts: 25 g
• Sherry: 300 ml

Cooking steps

1. Cut each piece of chicken on three sides. In a deep pan, heat olive oil and fry the breasts on high heat for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Sprinkle with finely chopped garlic and nuts and fry for another minute until the nuts are toasted.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
   • Chicken breast: 6 pieces
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Pine nuts: 25 g

2. Add sherry, wine vinegar, sugar, and finely chopped apricots and prunes to the pan. Cook for about 20 minutes until the chicken is done, turning once. Serve with rice drizzled with the pan sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sherry: 300 ml
   • Red wine vinegar: 4 tablespoons
   • Cane sugar: 2 teaspoons
   • Dried apricots: 85 g
   • Prunes: 85 g