Chapter 1: Introduction to Marbella Chicken Bake

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Chapter 2: Recipe Overview

Marbella Chicken Bake

« Gluten-Free « Dairy-Free « High-Protein « Quick « Serves 6 «

To truly enhance the flavors, marinate the chicken for 24 hours ahead of time.

« Prep Time: 5 min « Cook Time: 30 min « Calories: 330 « Carbs: 38g « Protein: 31g « Fat: 7g

Ingredients

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• ½ tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. ground black pepper
• 4 tbsp. red wine vinegar
• 1 cup (175g) pitted prunes, chopped
• ½ cup (95g) dried apricots, chopped
• ½ cup (90g) green olives, pitted
• ½ cup (120ml) chicken broth
• 4 tbsp. honey
• ¼ cup (30g) capers, drained
• 2 lbs. (900g) skinless, boneless chicken thighs
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 4 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Begin by mixing the minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, pepper, red wine vinegar, prunes, apricots, green olives, chicken broth, honey, and capers in a large bowl. Add the chicken thighs and bay leaves, then cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour, or ideally overnight.

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, sear it for 5 minutes on each side, then transfer the marinade ingredients to a large roasting dish. Discard the bay leaves and place the seared chicken in the dish. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked.

Serve the chicken with the sauce over white rice (not included in the nutritional breakdown) and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Enjoy your flavorful Marbella Chicken Bake with loved ones!