Prepare a delectable chicken dish with pico de gallo and olives in just 20 minutes. This recipe results in a savory chicken meal with a delightful sauce. To achieve tender, flavorful chicken, braise the breasts in a mix of fresh salsa, briny green olives, and tangy capers. Enhance the meal with homemade garlic bread or warm tortillas.
Utilizing ready-made pico de gallo can save significant time in preparation. It eliminates the need to chop onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, and herbs individually, readily available in the prepared foods section of most grocery stores. For those who enjoy spiciness, options for mild or hot pico de gallo are available.
Ingredients:
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 teaspoon kosher salt
– 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
– 4 cups refrigerated pico de gallo
– 0.5 cup chopped green olives (such as Castelvetrano)
– 2 tablespoons drained capers
– Tortillas and lime wedges, for serving
Instructions:
1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Cook the chicken in the skillet until both sides are golden brown, approximately 4 minutes per side, flipping halfway through.
2. Add the pico de gallo, olives, and capers. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
3. Serve the chicken with tortillas and lime wedges.
Savory Lime Chicken with Salsa and Olives
