Quick Chicken Vesuvio

Ingredients

• 1/3 to 1/2 cup EVOO – Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided
• 2 baking potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
• 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano, lightly crushed
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into large chunks
• Flour, for coating
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 1 lemon
• Crusty bread, for serving

Yields: 4

Preparation

Preheat oven to 375ºF.

In a large skillet, heat about 1/4 cup EVOO, 4 turns of the pan, over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes and garlic; season with the oregano, crushed red pepper flakes and lots of salt and pepper. Cook, turning occasionally, until browned, about 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a large, ovenproof skillet, heat a couple of tablespoons of EVOO, two turns of the pan, over medium-high heat. Season the chicken liberally with salt and pepper and coat in flour. Brown the chicken on each side until golden, 3-4 minutes. Deglaze the pan with the wine and stock. 

Transfer the potatoes and garlic to the chicken skillet and place in the oven. Roast to cook chicken through, 10-12 minutes. Top with the parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with bread for mopping.

FROM: Rachael Ray Show with my adaptions.