Chicken Marbella has a fascinating origin. Tying in with its name, Marbella, the creator of the dish was inspired by Spanish and Moroccan cuisine. However, it originated in New York.
Chicken Marbella is a Jewish-American dish that was crafted by Sheila Lukins in the 1970s. The dish includes chicken marinated in olive oil, vinegar, prunes, olives, capers with juice, bay leaves, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper, which is then cooked in white wine and brown sugar.
Chicken Marbella is a popular holiday dish intended to serve a group of people.