Description
Mediterranean Chicken with Lemons and Olives is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that brings the vibrant tastes of the Mediterranean right to your table. This recipe features succulent chicken thighs simmered in a zesty sauce made from fresh lemons, aromatic garlic, and savory olives. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-pan meal delivers both comfort and nutrition. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce, and enjoy a burst of Mediterranean flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste (or minced garlic)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small lemon (thinly sliced)
- 1 small yellow onion (finely diced)
- ¼ cup white grape juice
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup marinated olives
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing garlic paste, oregano, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the marinated chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic in the same skillet for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Add thinly sliced lemon and white grape juice to deglaze the pan, cooking for an additional 3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and return the chicken to the skillet, simmering for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in marinated olives and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly.
- Let rest for 5-7 minutes before serving over rice or with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 200g
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg