Mediterranean Chicken Recipe

Juicy Mediterranean chicken with olives, tomatoes, and feta on a white kitchen counter

Mediterranean Chicken Recipe

This Mediterranean chicken recipe brings together tender, juicy chicken with bright Mediterranean flavors of lemon, garlic, and olives in under 30 minutes. It’s healthy, flavorful, and easy to make for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Greek, Italian, Mediterranean

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 25

Marinating Time: 10

Total Time: 45

Servings: servings

Calories: 385kcal

Cost: $15

Equipment

Large skillet or Dutch oven
Mixing bowl
Measuring cups and spoons
Meat thermometer
Chef’s knife
Cutting board
Wooden Spoon

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts thighs stay juicier
sea salt and black pepper to taste
4 cloves garlic minced
0.25 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 lemons
0.33 cup extra-virgin olive oil use high-quality
1 medium red onion sliced
2 tablespoon dried oregano or 3 tablespoon fresh
1 tablespoon fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried
2 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1 cup kalamata olives pitted
8 ounces artichoke hearts halved and drained
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes oil-packed
2 cups fresh spinach or arugula
0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
0.25 cup red bell pepper diced

Instructions

Mince garlic, cut chicken into pieces, and slice vegetables.
Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, and seasonings together.
Brown chicken on both sides over medium-high heat.
Add vegetables and marinade; cover and cook until tender.
Stir in spinach and top with feta before serving.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used only as an approximation.

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