Viva Madrid Spanish chicken is a Spanish food loved by almost all because of its unique taste, and it is easy to prepare as well. In this recipe, seasoned chicken is cooked in the skillet with bacon, garlic, and dates! With dates bringing in a subdued sweetness to the dish and garlic bringing in its unique flavor, you can be sure to make a chicken dish that is different from one you prepare regularly.
Health Benefits
It is known fact that chicken is a rich protein. Chicken also packs huge amounts of selenium which is great for immunity.
Ingredients
3 tbsp olive oil, divided
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded thin
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
6 slices bacon, chopped
2 onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
6 dates, pitted and chopped
2 cups chicken stock
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
dried thyme to taste
How To Make Viva Madrid Spanish Chicken
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Dredge chicken in flour to evenly coat. Brown chicken in the skillet about 2 minutes on each side.
- Set aside chicken, and heat remaining olive oil in the skillet.
- Mix in bacon, onions, and garlic, and cook until onions are tender and bacon is evenly brown. Mix in dates. Pour in the chicken stock, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, and simmer 10 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet. Season with chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Cover, and continue cooking 15 minutes over low heat, or until chicken juices run clear.
Trivia
Did you know, the fear of chickens particularly is called alektorophobia.