Holy Matrimony Chicken is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is named after the fact that it is so good, if a woman serves it to a man, it will cause him to propose. Is this really true? Ha! But, the combination of flavors and textures is simply divine, and it’s sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
This recipe is easy to make and can be adjusted to suit your taste. You can add more or less of the herbs and spices depending on your preference, or even add some diced potatoes or carrots to the dish for extra flavor and nutrition. I popped this into the oven a few nights ago, and the kids gobbled it up, so it was a success.
The next time you want to impress your loved ones with a delicious meal, give Holy Matrimony Chicken a try. This dish is sure to bring everyone together and make them fall in love with your cooking all over again!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup red wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Mix the flour, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it in a baking dish.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes, red wine, chicken broth, basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Pour the tomato mixture over the chicken in the baking dish.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
- Serve the Holy Matrimony Chicken hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
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