Pollo alle Olive {Chicken with Olives}
Simple suppers are what I need right now. Someone in our family has an activity every day of the week. EVERY day of the week {that makes me tired just typing that}. Which makes getting dinner on the table a little challenging. Lucky for me, I like a challenge. 30 {ish} minute meals are a staple in our house for just that reason. This chicken with olives is a fantastic recipe for those busy nights.
Pollo in Salsa Rosa {Chicken in Pink Sauce}
Go ahead and get your baguette ready. This is one saucy chicken dish. This is a perfect go-to weeknight dinner because after you’ve browned the chicken it pretty much cooks itself. Freeing you up to, well perhaps enjoy a glass of wine and sit down and put your feet up for a change ; ) Okay well that usually doesn’t happen at my house BUT it sounded good didn’t it. What it does do is afford me the luxury of getting other things done while my dinner is cooking away.
Scaloppine di Pollo {Chicken Scaloppine}
Need something delicious on the table in 30 minutes or less? This is your dish. It’s fast and flavorful. The key is using thin cutlets, and the secret is in the sauce. It’s a thick and rich sauce that clings to the chicken cutlets like they just met and can’t get enough of each other ; )
Involtini di Pollo alla Salvia {Chicken Roulades with Sage}
Roulades sound very fancy but they couldn’t be easier to make. Roulade comes from the French word “rouler” meaning to roll. And that’s exactly what you’re going to do. Roll. Making roulades isn’t just tasty, it’s also a great way to stretch your meal budget.
Pollo al Brandy {Chicken with Brandy}
I’ve said it a gazillion times, chicken is so incredibly versatile. So much so, I don’t know how anyone could ever tire of it ; ) At least that’s what I keep telling my family LOL. We’re big fans of chicken thighs and legs in our house. Not that I don’t like the chicken breasts, the darker meats just seem to be more flavorful to me and the fact that they’re also less expensive doesn’t hurt ; )
Piccata di Pollo {Chicken Piccata}
I can not believe that I haven’t shared my recipe for Chicken Piccata before now. It’s one of those dishes that is so simple in it’s preparation but full on flavor. It’s perfect for a weeknight as it comes together in less than 30 minutes or it’s even fancy enough for company {we don’t have to tell them how simple it was ; 0 }
Fusi di Pollo al Limone nel Cartoccio {Chicken w/Lemon in Parchment}
This year I treated myself to La Cucina Italiana magazine for Christmas. My first issue arrived a week or so ago. I literally turned off the computer {shocking} and immersed myself into the pages ignoring all else. I think I’ve mentioned to you before my long love affair with this magazine and my constant “borrowing” of my mother’s subscription much to her dismay ; )
Stuffed Turkey Breast w/Pomegranate Glaze
It’s November! And for those of in the States, that means it’s Turkey Time! Yes, Thanksgiving is closing in on us and will be here before we know it. It’s a time to be thankful for all of our many blessings and enjoy a bounty of what the Fall harvest has to offer. I for one can’t wait!
read morePollo Saporito {Zesty Chicken}
Pollo Saporito {Zesty Chicken} is the perfect name for this chicken – it’s definitely! It has big bold flavors and the most amazing color. Isn’t it incredible how just a pinch of saffron can transform a dish! It’s like an explosion of sun for the senses, or better yet, liquid gold!
Don’t let the ingredient list fool you, it’s not complicated. Actually once you brown the chicken it’s pretty much just set it and forget it {with the occasional stir here and there} I love cooking with my dutch oven. It’s a sassy bright red, incredibly beautiful and goes from stove to oven to tabletop {probably my favorite feature because it’s less dishes for moi}
If you wanted to do this with a whole chicken cut into pieces, go ahead! I like thighs because they’re all fairly uniform in size {meaning they’ll cook at the same rate} it’s a nice portion size, not too much, not too little {and who am I kidding they are always very reasonably priced}
After the chicken braises it goes under the broiler for a quick crisp. And then it’s topped off with that decadent saffron laced sauce. Oh mamma!
Baci
Pollo Saporito {Zesty Chicken}
What you’ll need:
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3.5 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 garlic cloves – crushed
2 pounds chicken thighs – washed and patted dry
1 onion – minced
1 heaping tablespoon fresh Parsley – roughly chopped
pinch of ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground ginger
salt/pepper
1/2 gram saffron
1 cup green olives
zest of 1 lemon
What to do:
1. Into a large dutch oven or deep sided pan, add the oil, butter and allow to melt over low heat. Once melted, add the crushed garlic and place the chicken thighs skin down. Brown chicken until lightly golden. Turning as necessary.
2. Add the onion, parsley, coriander, ground ginger and season well with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.Continue to cook over medium-high heat for approximately 10 minutes. Turning as necessary.
3. WHILE the chicken is cooking to two cups of warm water add the saffron. Stir to combine and set aside. When the chicken has cooked for ten minutes. Add the saffron infused water. Cover, reduce heat to low and cook for approx 40 minutes until chicken is tender.
4. Remove chicken from dutch oven and place onto a cooking sheet and into the oven under the broiler for approx 5 minutes or until skin is slightly crispy .
5. WHILE the chicken is under the broiler, add the olives and lemon zest to the sauce. Stir to combine and allow sauce to reduce.
6. Transfer chicken to serving plate and top with sauce.
Buon Appetito!
Pollo in Potacchio {Braised Chicken w/Onions and Chili Pepper}
I know you’re thinking, Paula this looks like barbecue chicken. But it’s not. It’s an incredibly flavorful braised chicken. So tender that it just falls off the bone. And the sauce, oh the sauce. So good it will make your eyes roll while your licking your fingers trying to get every last drop. Well, at least that’s what I did LOL. Pollo in Potacchio is a dish from the Le Marche region of Italy.
It’s a low and slow braised chicken dish chock full of aromatic onions and chili pepper. If you don’t happen to have a fresh red chili pepper you could substitute Calabrian Red Chili Pepper Flakes. This dish tastes so amazing everyone will think you’ve slaved in the chicken for hours. Have I mentioned how I love my dutch oven. I wouldn’t have imagined when I got it that I would use it as much as I do but, it’s pretty much my stove’s best friend. As a matter of fact it sits on the top of my stove because it’s used THAT often ; ) And well it weighs a ton so it’s also convenient tee hee.
The hardest part about this meal is browning the chicken pieces {and that’s not hard at all} the rest is easy peasy. Which makes it great not only for everyday meals but it’s just as fantastic for company. A risotto or polenta side would go famously with this chicken {and help you soak up all of that glorious sauce}
Baci!
What you’ll need:
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves of garlic – crushed
1 large onion – sliced
1 red chili pepper – seeded and minced
1 whole chicken – cut into pieces and patted dry
salt/pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste – mixed with 2 tablespoons warm water
1 cup of dry white wine
1 sprig of fresh rosemary – finely chopped
1 cup chicken stock
What to do:
1. Into your dutch oven add olive oil, garlic, onion. Stir and saute for approx 5 minutes over low heat. Add the chili pepper and chicken pieces {skin down} Season with salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium and brown on all sides.
2. Reduce heat to low, add the tomato paste and wine. Stir to combine. Cover and allow chicken to braise for approximately 30 minutes.
3. Add the chopped rosemary and SLOWLY add in the chicken stock. Continue braising until chicken is tender {Approximately 30-45 additional minutes}
4. Remove chicken from dutch oven and plate. With a whisk mix the sauce together until it’s a smooth consistency. Pour over chicken.
Garnish with additional fresh rosemary if desired.
Buon Appetito.
Pollo e Asparagi {Chicken and Asparagus}
Ah, chicken how I’ve missed you ; ) Yes my love affair with chicken continues. If you like chicken and you like asparagus you’ll love this dish! And especially now since asparagus is in season it’s the perfect time! It’s quite an impressive dish too so not only it is fitting for a family dinner it’s perfect for company as well!
Pollo alla Birra {Chicken in Beer}
Bok Bok Bok Bok! Yep it’s chicken time again! Don’t act surprised. LOL You know I’m on a mission! Plus, I bought a few HUGE family packs of thighs & well I have to put them to good use! Up this time … it’s Pollo alla Birra {Chicken in Beer}. I’m not a beer drinker, I’m sure I’ve mentioned that before. You know I’m a wine girl myself. But this really doesn’t have an overwhelming BEER taste in it. Trust me, if so I wouldn’t be eating it. I know it calls for TWO whole cans of beer. Yes, it does. But it cooks down for like an hour people and reduces into this beautiful amazing sauce!
read morePollo in Salsa di Mandorle {Chicken w/Almond Sauce}
Yes it’s time for another chicken recipe! In my quest for 101 perfect poultry recipes I’m adding this one to the category! It’s amazing what you can do with chicken! Simply amazing. No more boring chicken ruts! Nope, not gonna happen on my watch ; ) This one will make your tummy & your pocketbook very happy!
read morePetti al Mascarpone {Chicken Breasts Stuffed w/Mascarpone}
Did you LURVE those Chocolate Truffle Brownies that Susan of Doughmesstic did for us earlier this week? Of course you did, what’s NOT to love, They’re ooey gooey chocolately truffly squares of deliciousness! Okay I’m trying to focus, but it’s so hard thinking about Chocolate (you know I’m weak)…
read moreSpinach Salad w/Walnuts & Craisins
Anybody who knows me knows how I feel about salads. I just don’t like them. NOPE, sure don’t! Every one of them will tell you that I say, “Salad is rabbit food.” Yep, well I might have to change my stance on that now, well at least for this salad anyway. Perhaps it’s the spinach instead of the traditional lettuce that I like, or maybe it’s all of the sweet & sour flavors going on. I’m not sure but there’s just something about this salad that I LOVED!
read morePollo alla Cacciatora {Chicken Cacciatore}
It’s COLD today in my part of the world. Bone chilling COLD (well, okay, maybe not THAT cold, but cold to me) and what better way to warm up (besides downing Grappa LOL) than some Pollo alla Cacciatora {Chicken Cacciatore} It’s a perfect ONE DISH (happy dance, yeah, I HATE doing dishes so one dish meals make me happy) hearty satisfying meal.
read more10 in 2010
Well, it’s here…2010! A whole brand new decade! & with each new year comes reflection and the dreaded resolutions! Of course one of mine was to get healthier. What does that mean? That means I want to eat better, feel better & well lets just be honest here, look better in my clothes. Yes, I said it & I feel better for saying it.
read morePollo alla Senape {Chicken w/Mustard}
This is a chicken dish that takes a few ingredients and puts them together in a way you wouldn’t expect. The sauce is something to write home about. Seriously! It’s another insanely delicious dish from my Italian Poultry files. Pollo alla Senape is simply Chicken with Mustard. It’s pronounced Po-low all-a Sin-ah-pay but that’s really deceiving. It should be called Chicken with a creamy heavenly mustard sauce with traces of beer. But, well, that just doesn’t roll off the tongue like Pollo alla Senape does, now does it?
read morePollo al Vino {Chicken w/Wine}
Hi, I’m Paula & I can’t get enough of chicken. Nope, there I said it. I feel so much better about sharing that (not that you couldn’t have figured that out by the sheer size of the poultry file here on bell’alimento). Whew! Perhaps I should start a group on Twitter or a Facebook Fan page. I’m sure I’m not the only one (considering again how very popular my chicken dishes are here) who wouldn’t mind admitting their chicken dependency too. I’m thinking of calling it “Chicks for Chicken” kinda has a nice ring to it, no?
read morePollo allo Spumante {Chicken w/Sparkling Wine}
So you’re thinking CHICKEN again Paula? Come on! Well, yes, it IS technically another chicken recipe but hold on, just because it’s chicken doesn’t have to mean bland or boring. You should know by now (if you’ve been following me on my culinary tales) that I don’t have your run-of-the-mill chicken recipes. Oh no, it’s one I know you’re going to want to put into your poultry files! It’s one that I’m fairly sure you probably don’t have. It’s Pollo allo Spumante. Pronounced Po-low all-oh Spu-mon-tay or Fizzy Chicken as I like to call it LOL! And I’m sure it’s one you’ll be coming back to again & again.
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