Ingredients:

• 4-6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or a whole chicken, cut into pieces
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup pitted prunes
• 1/4 cup pitted green olives
• 1/4 cup pitted black olives
• 1/4 cup capers with some brine
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup white wine
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:

• In a large bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped onions, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and coat them with the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best flavor.

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Baking Dish:

• In a large baking dish, arrange the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer. Add the prunes, green olives, black olives, capers (with some brine), and bay leaves around the chicken.

1. Sprinkle with Sugar and Pour Wine:

• Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar over the chicken and the fruits. Pour the white wine over everything.

1. Bake:

• Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is browned and crispy.

1. Garnish and Serve:

• Before serving, remove the bay leaves. Garnish the dish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve the Chicken Marbella with the sweet and savory sauce from the baking dish.

Notes:

1. Low-Carb Diet: You can reduce the carb content by limiting the amount of sugar used and opting for fewer prunes. Additionally, you can serve it with low-carb sides, like cauliflower rice or roasted vegetables, to make it more compatible with a low-carb diet.
2. Paleo Diet: With some modifications, Chicken Marbella can be made paleo-friendly. Use honey or maple syrup as a sweetener instead of brown sugar, and adjust the fruit and olive types to ensure they align with paleo guidelines.
3. Whole30 Diet: To make this dish Whole30 compliant, you should avoid using sugar or wine. Substitute with Whole30-approved sweeteners and vinegar.
4. Low-Sugar Diet: Reduce the amount of sugar used in the recipe or use a sugar substitute if you’re following a low-sugar diet.