Greek Fasolakia Me Kota Braised Chicken With String Beans Recipes

GREEK GREEN BEANS (FASOLAKIA)

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
• In a large Dutch Oven, heat 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until tender, stirring occasionally (about 5 mins). Then add the garlic, cumin, and oregano. Cook another 2 mins, stirring regularly, until fragrant.
• Add tomatoes, water, bay leaf, beans, and potatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Raise the heat and bring to a high simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Cover and transfer to the heated oven. Cook until the sauce slightly thickens, and the beans and potatoes can easily be cut with side of your fork; about 35 minutes or so. (It's a good idea to check once partway through cooking, add a little bit of water if needed.)
• Remove from oven and stir in 2 tbsp lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley. Stir in a generous drizzle of olive oil (at least another 1/4 cup).
• Serve immediately with Greek pita bread or your favorite rustic bread to sop up the sauce!

GREEK FASOLAKIA ME KOTA: BRAISED CHICKEN WITH STRING BEANS

Steps:

• Note: You may use and cut of chicken with the bone-in thighs, breasts, or drumsticks. You may also substitute the chicken for lamb or beef. If using lamb or beef, cook it for 1 and ½ hours, or until tender, before adding the string beans.
• Cook the olive oil with the onion in a pot over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until soft and golden.
• Add garlic and cook for 3 minutes or until soft.
• Add the chicken, salt, pepper, tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover with the lid and cook for 30 minutes. Stir and add the string beans along with a half teaspoon of salt.
• If using potatoes, add those as well.
• Cover the pot and cook until the beans are tender. 30-45 minutes. Keep an eye on the pot. If the sauce begins to dry too fast add some water. About a half-cup. Mix everything every few minutes.
• Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
• Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with feta and toasted bread.
• You may also serve this dish with cauliflower rice to keep the meal low carb. Enjoy!

FASOLAKIA (GREEK GREEN BEANS)

Steps:

• Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and stir in onion. Cook until onion has softened, about 5 minutes. Add green beans and stir to coat in the oil. Cook, stirring occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes. Add pureed tomato, potatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar. Stir well, then add water until beans are barely covered.
• Bring to a simmer, partially cover with a lid, and cook gently over medium-low heat until green beans and potatoes are soft, 25 to 30 minutes. Uncover towards the end of cooking to reduce sauce if it is too watery.