Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 1 med onion
- 1/2 x green pepper minced
- 1/2 tsp oregano salt and pepper to taste cayenne pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp capers liquid removed
- 1 pch sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 4 x chicken breasts without skin
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Chicken Breasts Italian, Microwave
Servings: 4
Directions
- 1. Heat 1 1/2 Tbsp. oil in a skillet with onion and pepper. Cook till softened, about 5 min. Add in oregano, salt, black and cayenne peppers, capers and sugar. Cook as additional 2 min.
- 2. Transfer contents of skillet to a food processor and puree. Add in remaining oil and balsamic. Taste and correct seasoning.
- (Recipe can be done ahead to this point)
- 3. Place chicken breasts in a microwave-oven proof dish or possibly pie plate large sufficient to hold them in a single layer. Pour sauce over the chicken, cover the casserole loosely with waxed paper and cook on high power for 4 min. Turn the chicken, recover and cook an additional 4 min or possibly till the chicken is cooked through but still juicy. Partially rotate the dish after 2, 4 and 6 min. Set aside for 2 min.
- 4. Spoon 1 or possibly 2 chicken breasts and sauce onto heated plates. Serve with rice or possibly steamed potatoes.
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