For a unique Valentine’s Day celebration, bring the romance of Italy home with an elegant, Italian-themed dinner-and-a-movie night. Start with this recipe for Tuscan Chicken with Garlic and Capers.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2 inch thick
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- All-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Gabbiano di Castello or other dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped, optional
- 1 jar (26 ounces) Classico di Napoli Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
- Chopped fresh parsley, basil or oregano
Preparation
- Season chicken with salt and pepper and lightly toss in flour.
- In large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and no longer pink inside, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add garlic and onion to saucepan. Cook until softened, about 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in wine, and cook until wine has nearly evaporated. Add capers, anchovy fillets, if using, and pasta sauce. Simmer 3 to 4 minutes. Return chicken to saucepan and heat through.
- Top chicken with sauce and parsley or other herbs. Serve over mashed potatoes, steamed rice or cooked pasta, if desired.
Nutrition
Serves
Makes 4 servings
