Chicken Provençal recipe
Chicken Provençal contains 13g protein and 519 calories per serving — a lighter protein contribution best paired with additional protein sources at the same meal. Quick stovetop prep yields 4 servings, useful as a vegetable-forward component in a mixed plate. Combine this with rice or another protein element to round out your macros.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Thigh, Bone-In, Skin-On
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •2 teaspoons kosher salt
- •1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Thyme, Fresh(15g)
- •Garlic(720g)
- •Shallot
- •Tomato, Cherry
- •Dates, Medjool(120g)
- •Olives, Black, Canned, Pitted(240g)
- •Wine, White, Dry(240g)
- •4 Cups Cooked Rice, For Serving (Optional)
- •4 Cups Cooked Polenta, For Serving (Optional)
- •4 Cups Mashed Potatoes, For Serving (Optional)
- •Bread, Crusty, White
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 400°F with a rack in the lower third of the oven.
- 2Season the chicken all over with salt and pepper.
- 3Heat the oil in a large oven proof-pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the chicken, skin sides down, and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 4Flip chicken and arrange the thyme, garlic, shallots, tomatoes, dates, and olives around the chicken.
- 5Pour in the wine and bring to a simmer. Cover and transfer to the oven. Cook until the chicken registers 165°F on an instant read thermometer, for about 60 minutes.
- 6Serve over rice, polenta or mashed potatoes with crusty bread alongside, if using.
Nutrition — Per Serving
519
calories
13g
protein
13g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 88g
- Saturated fat
- 1.8g
- Sodium
- 475 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 7.8g
4 servings per batch · ~341g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Chicken Provençal have per serving?
Each serving contains 13g of protein and 519 calories, with 13g fat and 88g carbs. This is a carbohydrate-forward option with minimal protein, so it's better used as a side dish or paired with additional protein sources.
How long does Chicken Provençal take to make?
Chicken Provençal is quick prep and yields 4 servings from the stovetop. This makes it efficient for adding carb-based meals to your weekly rotation without significant time investment.
Is Chicken Provençal good for muscle gain?
The 88g carbs and 519 calories make this a carb-loading meal, but at only 13g protein per serving it won't drive muscle protein synthesis on its own. Pair this with a high-protein dish to maximize your muscle gain macro targets.
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