Serafina's Chicken And Olives Recipe

A taste of Sicily! This family recipe, passed down from my Great Aunt Serafina in Syracuse, boasts a delicious blend of Greek and Sicilian flavors. Tender chicken simmers in a rich broth with olives, celery, and onions, creating a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. This recipe is easily adaptable; use leftover chicken broth and cooked chicken to significantly reduce prep time. Enjoy hot or cold!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 105 mins

Calories 512.6 kcal

Protein 59g

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Ingredients for Serafina's Chicken And Olives

Broiler Fryer Chickens
Cold Water
2 cups celery, chopped (1 cup for step 3, 1 cup for step 8)
1 large carrot, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
Onions
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Green Olives
Red Wine Vinegar
Fresh Black Pepper

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How to Make Serafina's Chicken And Olives

Place 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Skim any foam that rises to the surface during simmering.
Add 1 cup chopped celery, 1 large carrot, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces, 1 medium onion, quartered, 1 bay leaf, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
Reduce heat to low, simmer uncovered for 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is falling off the bone and the liquid has reduced by more than half.
Remove the vegetables and bay leaf; discard.
Remove chicken from the pot. Let cool slightly, then shred the chicken, discarding bones and skin.
In a large frying pan, sauté 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 medium onion, diced, in 2 tablespoons olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
Add 1 cup diced celery and 1 cup Kalamata olives (pitted). Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the shredded chicken, 4 cups of the reserved chicken broth, and 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar.
Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the celery is crisp-tender.
Before serving, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

44g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Serafina's Chicken And Olives?

Serafina's Chicken And Olives takes about 135 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 105 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Serafina's Chicken And Olives?

Serafina's Chicken And Olives has approximately 512.6 calories per serving, with about 59 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 61 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Serafina's Chicken And Olives?

The key ingredients for Serafina's Chicken And Olives are Broiler Fryer Chickens, Cold Water, Celery, Carrot, Onions, Bay Leaf. See the full list with measurements above.