Bursting with fresh flavors, classic chicken Provençal features wine-braised, crisp-skinned chicken with loads of melty garlic and shallots, briny bites of green olives, tender artichoke hearts, and sweet cherry tomatoes—all showered with fragrant herbes de Provence. It’s an uncomplicated recipe that will transport you to summer in the south of France.
Not a specific recipe, “Provençal” refers to the style of cooking that hails from the sun-kissed region of Provence. Often used for preparing chicken or fish, the Provençal style consists of using the abundant staple ingredients found in the region: extra-virgin olive oil and olives from the local groves, garlic (lots of it!), tomatoes, wine, and, of course, herbes de Provence (more on that in a bit).
