Chicken Marbella

Last Friday in school, we began our tour of World Cuisines.  We are slowly feasting our way across the globe, and Friday we were in the Western Mediterranean.  Olives, mint and citrus abounded, with dishes such as fennel orange salad, Greek lemon soup, artichoke ragout, and wild mushroom risotto. 

This Chicken Marbella I made isn't much to look at, but the taste is rich, simple and comforting, like the hug of a plump Spanish Mama welcoming you into her home for a meal.  Olive oil, dry sherry, red wine vinegar, capers, prunes, garlic and green olives comprise the braising liquid for juicy chunks of fresh chicken.

Photo by my classmate Crystal at zen-eats.com