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Leek with Olives and Chicken Breast

Name: Leek with Olives and Chicken Breast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Romanian
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts (approx. 600 g), cut into strips or cubes; 4 large leeks (approx. 700 g); 150 g pitted black olives; 3 tbsp olive oil; 30 g butter; 3 garlic cloves; 150 ml chicken stock or water; 1 tsp sweet or smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; salt and black pepper to taste; juice of 1/2 lemon; fresh chopped parsley; homemade bread or polenta

A tasty and balanced dish in which leek braised in butter turns sweet and creamy, complemented by briny olives and tender chicken breast. Simple, quick, and suitable for both a weekday meal and a more elegant dinner.

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Servings

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Prep

15 min

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Cook

30 min

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Total

45 min

🥘Ingredients

servings

Main ingredients

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✅Dietary Compatibility

💪High-protein🥦Clean eating🫒Mediterranean

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Yield

4 servings

📦Storage

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Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

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Freezer

Up to 2 months (leeks may soften further upon thawing)

🥗Nutrition Facts

Values per serving (approx. 300 g)

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Calories

290 kcal

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Protein

28 g

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Fat

16 g

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Carbohydrates

10 g

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Fiber

3 g

🍷Pairs Well With

🥂Rustic bread or polenta

🥂Dry white wine (Feteasca Alba, Sauvignon Blanc)

🥂Green salad with lemon dressing

🥂Plain yogurt with garlic

💡Variations

Replace chicken breast with boneless thighs for a juicier version.

Add 100 g halved cherry tomatoes in the last 5 minutes for a tangy note.

Add 50 ml dry white wine after browning the chicken for a more refined sauce.