Comments on: Chicken Marbella Ottolenghi Recipe with Medjool Dates and Olives

By: kseniaprints

kseniaprints — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:29:27 +0000

In reply to Debra JOHANSON. Yes!

By: Debra JOHANSON

Debra JOHANSON — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:01:22 +0000

Can I add pomagranet juice instead of wine?

By: kseniaprints

kseniaprints — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 15:07:45 +0000

In reply to CJ. I make this for almost every special occasion. It's deceptively easy but tastes so good!

By: CJ

CJ — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:39:53 +0000

This recipe was so delicious. All of the flavors melded so well together and nothing was overbearing. I only wish I had a bit more sauce to pour over before serving. First time making but will definitely add it to my rotation. I can't wait to make it for my friends too.

By: kseniaprints

kseniaprints — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 13:54:49 +0000

In reply to Laura. My kids and all guests who taste it wholeheartedly agree! I make this dish at least once a year.

By: Laura

Laura — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 23:08:36 +0000

The best chicken! The sauce is amazing!

By: kseniaprints

kseniaprints — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 17:37:58 +0000

In reply to Deb.

OK so here are my suggestions:
Cauliflower steaks could benefit from from marinating longer than portobello mushrooms, but it's not super necessary. Mushrooms should not be marinated.
Yes, omit olives and you can sub cilantro with parsley, not thyme.
Good luck!

By: Deb

Deb — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 22:55:35 +0000

Sounds fabulous - Thinking of adapting for vegetarians by substituting the chicken for cauliflower steaks and portobello mushrooms. Should I marinade prior to cooking.
Also, my guests don't like olives or cilantro so if I omit olives but still include capers and substitute the cilantro for parsley or thyme will it still be as delicious?
Appreciate any advice on how to adapt and still capture the flavour.

By: kseniaprints

kseniaprints — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 18:24:41 +0000

In reply to Debby Roche. I honestly make this chicken recipe at least once a month and I've never met someone who wasn't a fan. Glad you liked it!

By: Debby Roche

Debby Roche — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 13:34:18 +0000

This is absolutely amazing! Every bite of it! And so easy & quick! I prepped it on the weekend to marinate, put it on the pan as directed when I got home from work, and it is a gourmet meal! I am not a fan of dates but they were so amazing with the chicken that I wished I had used the whole package. We all loved at and we get to eat the leftovers for lunch a couple days this week.

By: kseniaprints

kseniaprints — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 13:46:35 +0000

In reply to Lauren Agar. I am so glad, Lauren! I love bringing new and fresh flavors to people's kitchens. Hope you loved it as much as we do - this is one of our go-to chicken recipes.

By: Lauren Agar

Lauren Agar — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 15:44:59 +0000

Yummy! I consider myself a decent cook. This is what I have been looking for. This recipe is fresh and includes olives which I love. Can't wait to try it tonight. Thank you!

By: kseniaprints

kseniaprints — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 19:29:20 +0000

In reply to Stephanie. No need to marinate them, just add right before baking! Enjoy ;)

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 19:11:26 +0000

Hello. One question, are the sweet potatoes marinated along with the chicken or are they meant to be added right before baking?

By: kseniaprints

kseniaprints — Sat, 26 Mar 2022 09:33:22 +0000

In reply to Harry. Not at all! I’ve done it in moments of confusion and it’s totally fine, it’s a very forgiving dish. Think of this recipe as a best practices sort of thing ;)

By: Harry

Harry — Sat, 26 Mar 2022 03:32:18 +0000

Help! I added the wine and molasses too early ! Is it ruined?

By: Alene

Alene — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 02:18:37 +0000

This was so different and delicious! Even my husband, who is not a chicken fan, really liked it. I loved the salty/sweet flavors. I used pomegranate molasses as that's what I have. I generally love Ottolenghi's recipes, especially if I can make them gluten free. Thank you for posting it.

By: Ramona

Ramona — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 08:16:46 +0000

Oh my goodness this looks absolutely incredible and I’m drooling all over my keyboards right now. I could definitely have this now for breakfast, why not? I’m saving the recipe and this will be made ASAP it looks divine!

By: Mama Maggie's Kitchen

Mama Maggie's Kitchen — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 03:31:09 +0000

Oh my! I need this in my life. Must print your recipe. Thanks for sharing.

By: Melissa

Melissa — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 22:39:21 +0000

In reply to kseniaprints.

Soooooo good. Thanks for this updated variation. The sweet potatoes are a great addition!