Description
A zesty Mediterranean Chicken Dish that’s simple to prepare and bursting with vibrant flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice & zest of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 can artichoke hearts, quartered
- 1/2 cup green olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the juice and zest of the lemon, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well mixed.
- Place the chicken breasts into the marinade, coating them generously. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the marinated chicken for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
- Add the artichoke hearts, olives, and cherry tomatoes into the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake at 375°F for 25–30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Marinate the chicken longer for enhanced flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg