How to make Italian chicken with basil and white beans
Here’s the recipe for Italian Chicken with Basil and White Beans by Chef Sinan Boutros:
Ingredients
4 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 head of garlic, minced
3 cups chopped tomatoes
1 cup white beans
Fresh basil leaves, to taste
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to prepare them.
Slice the tomatoes into rings.
Cook the Beans: Boil the white beans in a pot of boiling water for 10 minutes, then drain.
Assemble the Dish: In a baking tray, place the chicken breasts, basil leaves, sliced tomatoes, minced garlic, and boiled white beans. Drizzle olive oil evenly over everything.
Bake: Cover the tray with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the chicken and vegetables to brown slightly.
Serve: Serve hot, garnished with extra basil if desired.
This dish serves 4 people and has a prep time of 30 minutes with a cooking time of about 60 minutes. The combination of juicy chicken, fragrant basil, and creamy white beans makes for a comforting and flavorful meal.