Chicken Marbella Recipe

"This recipe is a crowd-pleaser and sure to be a regular on your menu," says Dinogo community member Moraa Andima. "It looks and smells incredible, making it a perfect dish for impressing guests. The best part? It tastes like it took hours to prepare, but it’s quick and easy to make (no chopping required)!"

Chicken Marbella Cooking Tips

• Reviewers say they love serving this Chicken Marbella over white rice, which absorbs all those delicious juices. It would also pair well with homemade crusty bread. 
• Store your Chicken Marbella leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. 
• Choose a dry white wine, such as sauvignon blanc or pinot grigio. Remember: If you wouldn’t enjoy sipping the wine from a glass, it probably won’t taste very good in your recipe. 

Editorial input by Corey Williams

Ingredients List

• ⅓ cup pitted prunes, halved

• 8 small green olives

• 2 tablespoons capers, with liquid

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

• 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)

• 1 tablespoon dried oregano

• 2 bay leaves

• salt and pepper to taste

• 1 (3 pound) whole chicken, skin removed and cut into pieces

• ¼ cup packed brown sugar

• ¼ cup dry white wine

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine prunes, olives, capers, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine, then spread the mixture evenly in a 10x15-inch baking dish. Add the chicken pieces, stirring to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight for marinating.

2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Sprinkle the marinated chicken with brown sugar, then pour white wine around the chicken.

3. Bake for 1 hour, basting the chicken with its juices several times during the cooking process. Once done, transfer to a platter, spoon the juices over the chicken, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Note from the Editor:

Please be aware that using the magazine’s version of this recipe may result in variations, including differences in the chicken's weight and some adjustments to the recipe title.

Nutritional Information (per serving)