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Poulet a la Grecque

SUBMITTED BY: librarylady PHOTO BY: Cal

"This Greek-style recipe was given to me by a French woman. It's very flavorful, combining traditional Mediterranean ingredients with a classic French sauce."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 9 stars. This recipe average a 4.7 star rating.
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PREP TIME  20 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  50 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour for coating
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken parts
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 shallots, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 3 medium fresh tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups white wine
  • 2 pinches saffron threads
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 3/4 cup raisins
  • salt and black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

  1. Season flour with salt and pepper; coat chicken pieces with seasoned flour.
  2. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken pieces in skillet; cook, turning once, to brown on both sides, about 6 minutes.
  3. Stir in shallots, onions, and garlic; cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and wine; bring to a boil. Then stir in saffron, curry powder, sugar, raisins, and salt and pepper. Cover, and cook over medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 30, 2005 by wjhgsimon
This was a very good recipe. The raisins were a great addition, and the curry was just enough... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 17, 2006 by FunnyCook17
This recipe is wonderful! the whole family loved it and it was fairly easy to make (my 11 year... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2007 by NICKELFISH27
I've made this recipe several times and I just love it. I did omit the raisins b/c I have this... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 10, 2007 by MEDFORD63
Pretty easy to make, all things considered. Came out a lot sweeter than I thought and than I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 25, 2006 by Cal
I really enjoyed this recipe, and so did my family. We didn't have white wine, so I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 21, 2005 by OBVIOUSJIM
A very tasty and easy recipe. Try adding 1/3 cup brown sugar to the flour in the coating. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 15, 2007 by jthealy
Wonderful flavor in this one. Stick to the recipe and you will look like a pro. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 13, 2007 by TAP
What a great combination of flavors! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2007 by Shauna