Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transform your kitchen into an Italian flavor paradise! Pollo a la Puttanesca is not just a recipe; it's a symphony of bold, tangy, and mouth-watering ingredients that will make your taste buds dance with excitement. This classic Italian dish takes humble chicken breasts and elevates them into a gourmet experience that looks and tastes like it came straight from a restaurant in Naples. Get ready to impress your family and friends with a meal that's surprisingly easy to make but incredibly delicious to devour!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 pechugas de pollo
- 2 dientes de ajo
- 400 g de tomate triturado
- 100 g de aceitunas negras
- 50 g de alcaparras
- Sal y pimienta al gusto
- Aceite de oliva
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken breasts by patting them dry with paper towels and seasoning generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Finely mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and becomes fragrant.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the hot skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and almost completely cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a clean plate, keeping warm.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30-45 seconds until it becomes aromatic but not browned.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the black olives and capers to the tomato sauce, stirring to distribute evenly.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
- Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the chicken to finish cooking and absorb the flavors of the sauce.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the chicken hot, spooning extra sauce over each breast, and optionally garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
Tips
- Pat the chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown sear.
- Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor base.
- Don't rush the garlic sautéing process - 30-45 seconds is key to releasing its aromatic potential without burning.
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the sauce to enhance the overall taste.
- Consider using a mix of black and green olives for added complexity.
- Let the chicken simmer in the sauce to absorb maximum flavor and ensure it remains juicy.
- For an extra touch of authenticity, garnish with fresh basil or parsley just before serving.
- Pair with crusty bread or al dente pasta to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
