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By JeanAnn

Ingredients

Preparation

Step 1

FOR THE CHICKEN
For the marinade, place the basil, thyme, and garlic in a mortar and pestle. Add 1/2 cup olive oil and pound the mixture until the fragrance of the herbs and garlic comes out. Put the chicken in a bowl and cover with the marinade. This can be done up to one day in advance.

FOR THE SALAD
Cut the tomatoes into large chunks (too small and they lose their intense flavor). Place in a large mixing bowl, add the olives, and season with the remaining olive oil, sherry vinegar, salt, and pepper. This can be left to marinate for an hour. Tear the olive bread into big chunks. In a large saute pan, fry the bread in olive oil until golden and crispy. Drain on a kitchen towel.