This easy chicken recipe is elegant enough for guests, simple enough for any day. I especially like that it's a make-ahead meal. Just take it out of the refrigerator and pop it in the oven at the end of the day.
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/8 cup dried oregano
1 cup dried plums, cut into quarters
1/2 cup green Spanish olives (with pimento), crushed slightly
3 garlic cloves, minced and then flattened with the side of a knife
salt and pepper to taste
6 chicken breasts (cut in half)
6 bay leaves
Mix all ingredients (except chicken) in a 9" x 13" pan. Place chicken in pan, scooping mixture on top and around chicken. Marinate, refrigerated, overnight.
Set oven to 350 degrees. Pour 1/2 cup orange juice over chicken. Sprinkle approximately 1/4 cup brown sugar over chicken. Cook for 1 hour or until brown. Remove bay leaves before serving.
This dish is great served with mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
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