Chicken Savoy Recipe

This chicken savoy recipe is a flavorful chicken recipe that is rubbed in garlic and fresh Italian herbs and quickly cooked. It’s juicy, and perfect for busy weeknights or to serve guests.

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Chicken savoy is very popular throughout many Italian restaurants in northern New Jersey. It was created several years ago by a chef named Stretch in the Belmont Tavern which is an iconic red checkered tablecloth restaurant. The Belmont Tavern is also the same place that’s famous for chicken murphy.

Chicken savoy is typically made with whole chicken or bone-in chicken pieces. I decided to change it up and make chicken savoy with boneless chicken breasts and thighs. It cooks faster and is just as flavorful as the traditional bone-in version.

Why you will love this recipe

  • It’s a quick recipe for two that’s easy to scale.
  • It’s healthy and made with lean boneless chicken breasts.
an overhead view of chicken savoy ingredients of boneless chicken breasts, oregano, rosemary, thyme, olive oil, parmesan cheese, red wine vinegar, garlic, sea salt and pepper

Here is what you will need

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Ingredients

  • Boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Garlic
  • Sea salt
  • Black pepper
  • Olive oil
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Dried oregano
  • Dried thyme
  • Dried rosemary
  • Red wine vinegar

🥄Equipment

How to make chicken savoy with boneless chicken breasts

Prepare – Preheat the oven to 400 degrees f. Shred the parmesan cheese with a small Microplane grater. Measure the herbs and vinegar.

herb mixture with parmsan cheese shreds in a small bowl

STEP 1. Mix the herbs and cheese together. Crush the garlic with the back of a spoon or a garlic crusher and place it into a small bowl. Add the herbs, grated cheese and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

STEP 2. Brown the chicken. Heat the remaining oil in a heavy cast-iron skillet over high heat. Pat the chicken pieces dry with a paper towel and sprinkle with sea salt and pepper. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken and cook until the underside starts to turn golden brown (about 3 – 5 minutes)

Process shot of chicken browning in a skillet
a picture of the herb crust spreading on two chicken breasts

STEP 3. Spread on the herbs. Flip the chicken breasts over, and use an offset spatula to spread the herb mixture over the chicken.

STEP 4. Bake. Transfer the cast-iron skillet to a preheated oven and bake at 400 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees f.

a picture of chicken savoy in the oven

a picture of adding vinegar to chicken savoy

STEP 5. Add vinegar. Remove the skillet from the oven and place it on top of the stove over low heat. Add the vinegar and stir. Let the chicken simmer for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Note: Cooking time can vary depending on the thickness of the chicken. Begin checking the temperature after the chicken has been in the oven for 10 minutes.

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

The complete list of ingredients to make this chicken savoy recipe is above. Below are notes about some of the ingredients, along with ideas for substitutes.

Boneless chicken breasts – look for thick boneless chicken breasts that are about 1 inch or more.

Boneless chicken thighs are also a great substitute for boneless breasts, or you can use a combination of both boneless chicken thighs and chicken breasts.

You can also use bone-in chicken breasts to make chicken savoy the traditional way increase the oven temperature to 400 and cook for approximately 10 minutes longer.

Red wine vinegar – adds a nice tangy flavor for this dish. If prefer a milder flavor, the vinegar can be replaced with chicken stock, broth or white wine.

an overhead view of chicken savoy in a skillet

Recipe variations

This is a very basic recipe in that you can easily build the flavors. Here are some suggestions to try.

Spicy chicken savoy – add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the herb mixture.

Balsamic chicken savoy – instead of red wine vinegar, use an equal amount of balsamic vinegar.

Change up the herbs – Add any of these herbs for extra flavor; basil, tarragon, parsley, herbs de Provence, or Italian seasoning.

How to store leftovers

Leftover chicken savoy will last in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container.

Serve leftovers heated or cold in a salad, sandwich or wrap.

close up of two pieces of chicken savoy in a skillet with a spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve chicken savoy with a spinach salad and a side of sauteed cauliflower or sauteed spinach with mushrooms, roasted brussels sprouts, sauteed mushrooms and smashed rosemary garlic baby potatoes or roasted potatoes with leeks.

Tips

  • The key to keeping the boneless chicken breast moist and juicy is to remove the chicken from the oven just as it reaches 165 degrees f.
  • To achieve a nice golden brown color on the outside of the chicken, be sure to pat the chicken dry before placing it in the hot skillet.
How do you know when the oil in the pan is hot enough to cook the chicken?

The oil is ready for cooking when it shimmers in the skillet. When you add the chicken, the pan should sizzle.

How long does it take to bake bone-in chicken breasts?

If you are substituting bone-in chicken breasts for baking, you will need to add 10 to 15 minutes more of cooking time until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees f.

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Chicken Savoy

A flavor-packed chicken that takes very little time to make and perfect for a busy weeknight
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 People
Calories: 484kcal

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Chicken Savoy
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Ingredients

  • 3/4 pound boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar

Instructions

  • Prepare – Preheat the oven to 400 degrees f. Shred the parmesan cheese with a small micorplane grater. Measure the herbs and vinegar.
  • Crush the garlic with the back of a large spoon or use a garlic crusher and place into a small bowl. Add the dried herbs, grated cheese and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Heat the remaining olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium to high heat. Pat the chicken pieces dry with a paper towel and sprinkle with sea salt and pepper. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook until the underside starts to turn golden brown (about 3-5 minutes).
  • Flip the chicken breasts over, and spread the herb/garlic mixture over the chicken.
  • Place the skillet into a preheated oven and bake at 400 degrees f. for 10 to 12 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees f.
  • Remove the skillet from the oven and place it on top of the stove over low heat. Stir in the vinegar, and simmer the chicken for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store leftover chicken savoy in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days. 
Serve leftover chicken reheated, in salads, sandwiches or wraps.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breast | Calories: 484kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 602mg | Potassium: 446mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 215mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used

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