chicken marbella

(2 RATINGS)
33 Pinches
Rochester, NY
Updated on Feb 11, 2012

I first had Chicken Marbella at a friend's retirement party. Her son (a chef) was kind enough to share the recipe. It has become pretty popular at family gatherings and I share the recipe all the time. I've learned it's origin is from THE SILVER PALATE and the distinctive colors and flavors of the prunes, olives and capers have kept it a favorite for years. It's good hot or at room temperature.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method ---
yield 10 to 12 (You can also divide in half to make a smaller portion)

Ingredients

  • 4 - chickens (2 1/2 lbs each, quartered)
  • 1 - head of garlic, peeled and finely pureed
  • 1/4 cup dry oregano
  • - course salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 cup prunes, pitted
  • 1/2 cup spanish olives pitted
  • 1/2 cup capers
  • 6 - bay leaves
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley

How To Make chicken marbella

  • Step 1
    In large bowl combine chicken quarters, garlic,oregano, pepper and salt to taste,vinegar,olive oil,prunes,olives,capers and bay leaves. Cover and let marinate, refrigerated, overnight.
  • Step 2
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange chicken in single layer in one or two large, shallow baking pans and spoon marinade evenly over chicken.
  • Step 3
    Sprinkle chicken with brown sugar and pour white wine around chicken. Bake for 1 hour, basting frequently with pan juices. Chicken is done when thigh pieces run clear juices when pricked with fork.

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