Chicken Provençal

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken reduces fat, while thighs are more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Broth adds flavor without alcohol, and vinegar is a budget-friendly substitute.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned olives

Green olives are lower in calories, and canned olives are often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while canola oil is cost-effective.

Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and fresh cracked black pepper.

Transfer the seasoned chicken thighs to a large frying pan or rondo over high heat with three tablespoons of olive oil.

Sear the chicken thighs for five to six minutes or until they are golden brown.

Flip the chicken thighs once after searing.

Add fresh garlic cloves to the pan.

Add kalamata olives and green olives to the pan.

Add pitted dates for sweetness.

Add sprigs of fresh thyme to the pan.

Pour in white wine (either chardonnay or sauvignon blanc).

Add cherry tomatoes (both yellow and red) to the mixture.

Cover the pan with a lid.

Place the pan in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for one hour.

Cooking Techniques

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