Chicken With Artichokes And Lemons Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
CourseMethod
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Chicken1
 Olive oil2 Tablespoon
 Onions3 , chopped
 Garlic2 Clove (5gm), minced
 Dry sherry1/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Chicken stock1/2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Bay leaves2
 Dried oregano1/2 Teaspoon
 Dried mint1/2 Teaspoon
 Pepper1/4 Teaspoon
 Lemon1
 Black olives16
 2 jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained
 Parsley2 Tablespoon, chopped

Directions

Cut chicken into 8 serving pieces.
In large heavy skillet, heat oil over medium high heat; brown chicken, in batches.
Transfer to plate.
Pour off all but 1 tbsp (15 mL) fat from skillet; cook onions and garlic until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
Pour in sherry, stirring to scrape up brown bits from pan.
Add stock, bay leaves, oregano, mint and pepper.
Arrange chicken in pan in single layer.
Using sharp knife, peel lemon, removing white pith.
Slice lemon and add to pan along with olives; bring to boil.
Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
Nestle artichoke hearts among chicken pieces; simmer for about 10 minutes longer or until chicken is no longer pink inside and juices run clear when chicken is pierced with fork.
Discard bay leaves.
Using slotted spoon, transfer chicken, lemon, artichokes and olives to warm platter.
Boil liquid over high heat for 3 to 5 minutes or until thickened slightly.
Pour over chicken; garnish with parsley.
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