Here is a bistro meal with a taste of France that's perfect for Bastille Day, July 14, or anytime. The mild, warm climate and bright sun in the South of France nurture and sustain the colorful array of ingredients. The sauce for the chicken uses anchovies as a base; they practically melt to nothing when sauteed, yet give the sauce a rich flavor. Be sure to rinse the fish well before use. This will remove most of the salt.
The Garlic Potatoes take only minutes in the microwave.
Fred Tasker's wine suggestion: Ask your wine merchant for a minerally Provence-style white marsanne.
Helpful Hints:
_ To give chicken a crisp texture, make sure the skillet is very hot before browning.
_ Look for low-sodium, no-added-sugar pasta sauce.
_ Any type of olive can be used.
Countdown:
_ Prepare ingredients.
_ Make chicken.
_ While chicken cooks, make potatoes.
Shopping List:
Here are the ingredients you will need for tonight's Quick Fix Dinner.
To buy: } pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, 1 small tin anchovy fillets packed in water, 1 bottle low-sodium, no-added-sugar pasta sauce, 1 small jar black pitted olives and 1 pound red potatoes.
Staples: Olive oil, garlic, salt and black peppercorns.
