GREEK CHICKEN STEW WITH CAULIFLOWER AND OLIVES
Chicken, cauliflower, olives, tomatoes, feta - this is a stew of extraordinary flavor and complexity, down to its hints of cinnamon and garlic. The recipe uses skinless chicken legs or thighs; you could substitute ones with the skin if you like. (But don't use chicken breasts, which will dry out.) You can use more or less chicken depending on your needs. And, important to note, you can freeze the finished dish, making it an excellent delivery to new parents or anyone in need of a home-cooked meal.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat in a large, deep, heavy lidded skillet or casserole and brown the chicken, in batches if necessary, about 5 minutes on each side. Remove the pieces to a plate or bowl as they're browned. Pour off the fat from the pan. Add the vinegar to the pan and scrape up all the bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of the olive oil to the pan, and turn the heat down to medium. Add the onion and a generous pinch of salt and cook, stirring often and scraping the bottom of the pan, until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Turn the heat to low, cover and let the onion cook for 10 minutes, stirring from time to time, until it is lightly browned and very soft.
- Add the garlic and stir together for a minute or two more, until the garlic is fragrant, then add the tomatoes and their juice, the cinnamon, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and simmer 10 minutes, stirring from time to time, until the mixture is reduced slightly and fragrant.
- Return the chicken pieces to the pot, along with any juices that have accumulated in the bowl. If necessary, add enough water to barely cover the chicken. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes.
- Add the cauliflower and kalamata olives and simmer for another 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and the chicken is just about falling off the bone. Stir in the parsley, taste and adjust seasonings. Serve with grains, with the feta sprinkled on top if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 498, UnsaturatedFat 22 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 1127 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Afshan Shadman Ali
[email protected]I found this stew to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices to taste.
Ken Horn
[email protected]This stew is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less chili powder if you don't like spicy food.
Atikkul Seikh
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cauliflower, but I really liked it in this stew. The flavors were amazing.
Hiraahned dks
[email protected]This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the cauliflower and olives in this stew.
Fortnite Clips
[email protected]I made this stew in my slow cooker and it turned out great. I just threw everything in the pot in the morning and it was ready for dinner when I got home.
Talha Gamerz
[email protected]This stew is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have some leftover chicken in the fridge, and this is a great way to use it up.
Nouman Ali
[email protected]I love how easy this stew is to make. I can just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer.
Rima henewe
[email protected]This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty and filling, and the spices are just right.
Clarissa Campbell
[email protected]I've made this stew several times now and it's always a hit. The flavors are so rich and flavorful.
Musa Mirza
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and always comes out perfect.
Avinab Maharjan
[email protected]I made this stew last night and it was delicious! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and they cooked perfectly. The vegetables were also cooked to perfection.
Micky Mouse
[email protected]This Greek chicken stew was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing, and the chicken was so tender. I will definitely be making this again.