Ingredients

  • 3 lbs fennel bulbs, trimmed (approx 6 small)
  • 1 tomatoes, diced or (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 6 bone-in skinless chicken breast halves (fat trimmed)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Method

  • Cut each fennel bulb in half lengthwise through the base.
  • Cut each half into 4 wedges.
  • In a large nonstick frying pan, combine the tomatoes, wine, orange zest, garlic, vinegar, and pepper flakes.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium low.
  • Arrange the chicken and fennel over the tomato mixture, spooning a bit of the sauce over them.
  • Cover and cook until the chicken is opaque throughout and the fennel is tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken and vegetables to a warmed platter.
  • Increase the heat to high and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Spoon the sauce over the chicken and vegetables and sprinkle with the parsley.
  • Serve and enjoy.