Description
This Mediterranean-inspired chicken dish features juicy chicken thighs, tangy artichokes, savory olives, and a zesty lemon sauce. With aromatic garlic and a splash of white wine, it’s a simple yet elegant meal perfect for any occasion. #MediterraneanChicken #LemonChicken #ArtichokeOlives #HealthyDinner #ChickenThighs #FlavorfulMeals
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or boneless, if preferred)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
- ½ cup mixed olives (green and black)
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- ½ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear skin-side down for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes, then remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the dry white wine (or chicken broth) and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it reduce slightly, about 2 minutes.
- Simmer with Ingredients: Add the chicken broth, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), artichokes, olives, and lemon slices to the pan. Stir to combine.
- Cover and Cook: Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top for garnish and serve hot with your favorite side dishes like rice, quinoa, or a green salad.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, simply use chicken broth and ensure your olives are gluten-free.
- You can substitute boneless chicken thighs if you prefer quicker cooking.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with couscous or roasted potatoes for a Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 280kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg