Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives
Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives is a vibrant, zesty dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your dinner table. This one-pan wonder features succulent chicken breasts marinated in tangy lemon juice, complemented by savory artichokes and briny olives. Not only is it quick and easy to prepare, but it also offers a nutritious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. In just under an hour, you’ll have a deliciously satisfying dish that will leave everyone asking for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts (drained and quartered)
- 1/2 cup pitted green olives (halved)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 red onion (sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and sauté sliced red onion and minced garlic for about two minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in artichoke hearts and green olives; cook for another two minutes.
- Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest to the skillet; let simmer briefly.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over each piece, and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg