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Alicia's Chicken with Olives




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List of Ingredients




8 ounces thin spaghetti (spaghettini)
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, (about 1 1/3 pounds total), fresh or frozen
1 Tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) Italian-style stewed tomatoes
1/4 cup red or white wine (optional)
1 can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced black olives

Recipe



Bring 2 1/2 quarts of unsalted water to a boil in a covered 4 1/2-quart or larger Dutch oven or soup pot. When the water reaches a rapid boil, add the spaghetti and cook until tender, 9 minutes.

Meanwhile, if the chicken is frozen, run it under hot water so you can remove any packaging. Place the chicken on a microwave-safe plate and microwave 3 minutes, uncovered, on high, to begin defrosting.

Cut the chicken (fresh or partially defrosted) into 1 1/2-inch chunks. Heat the oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over high heat. Add the chicken and salt and pepper lightly. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned all over, about 6 minutes. (If you have an electric stove, you may need to reduce the heat.)

Add the garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook and stir for 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes with their juice and the wine, then bring it to a boil, uncovered, over high heat. Boil rapidly, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thick, about 5 minutes. Drain the olives.

Meanwhile, when the pasta is tender, drain and set aside. Add the olives to the skillet and stir.

Remove the sauce from the heat, toss the sauce with the drained spaghetti and serve, arranging the chicken pieces on top.

Serves 4.

Approximate Values Per Serving: 476 calories (26% from fat), 13.6 g fat (3 g saturated), 91 mg cholesterol, 40 g protein, 47 g carbohydrates, 2 g dietary fiber, 487 mg sodium