chicken and olive casserole jamie oliver from recipeler.com
Introduction
Hunter's chicken is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. The dish is made with chicken breasts, smothered in a rich tomato sauce, and topped with crispy bacon and melted cheese. This recipe from Jamie Oliver is simple to make and can be whipped up in under an hour.
Ingredients
For the chicken:
4 chicken breasts
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
For the sauce:
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 red pepper, chopped
1 can chopped tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
For the topping:
4 slices of bacon
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. 3. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken breasts. 4. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. 5. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until browned. 6. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside. 7. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped red pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are softened. 8. Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, honey, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine. 9. Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, until it has thickened slightly. 10. Add the chicken breasts back to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chicken. 11. Lay the bacon slices over the top of the chicken and sauce. 12. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese over the top of the bacon. 13. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through. 14. Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
This recipe serves four people and each serving contains approximately:
Calories: 481
Protein: 52g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fat: 22g
Sugar: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Conclusion
This Hunter's chicken recipe from Jamie Oliver is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any night of the week. The spice rub on the chicken adds a depth of flavor that is complemented by the rich tomato sauce and crispy bacon topping. Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
