Ethnic Recipes
Tuscan Chicken With Garlic and Capers

Description
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
    1. Season chicken with salt and pepper and lightly toss in flour.
    2. 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.
    3. 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.
    4. Top chicken with sauce and parsley or other herbs. Serve over mashed potatoes, steamed rice or cooked pasta, if desired.

Serves
Makes 4 servings

Notes, Tips & Suggestions
Variation: Stir a few minced olives into sauce for an additional layer of flavor.

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