GREEK GARLIC CHICKEN

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Lively flavors of the Greek Isles come through in this mouthwatering chicken entree. I created this dish so my husband and I could have a nice dinner after a busy day out and about. -Margee Berry, Trout Lake, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons minced garlic
2-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
1/4 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1 tablespoon quick-cooking tapioca
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon dried oregano
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1-3/4 cups uncooked couscous
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute onion in 1 tablespoon oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in 3/4 cup broth, olives, tomatoes, tapioca, lemon zest and oregano. Add chicken. Cover and cook on low for 3-1/2-4 hours or until chicken is tender. If desired, cut chicken into pieces., In a large saucepan, bring remaining oil and broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes or until broth is absorbed. Serve with chicken; sprinkle with feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 683mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 44g protein.

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