Description
This Mediterranean Chicken Skillet is a vibrant one-pan dinner packed with juicy chicken thighs, cherry tomatoes, olives, and fresh herbs. Bursting with bright, zesty flavors and ready in under an hour, it’s the perfect solution for busy weeknights or when you want to impress without the mess.
Ingredients
For the Chicken and Marinade:
2 to 2.5 lbs bone-in chicken thighs (skinless or with skin, as preferred)
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
For the Skillet Vegetables:
1 medium red onion (sliced)
1 medium zucchini (sliced into half-moons)
1 large bell pepper (any color, sliced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 can (15 oz) artichoke hearts (drained and halved, optional)
For the Topping:
1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
1/2 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and halved)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Let marinate for 15–30 minutes.Sear the Chicken:
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.Sauté the Vegetables:
Reduce heat to medium. Add red onion, zucchini, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and optional artichoke hearts. Cook 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally.Simmer Everything Together:
Nestle the chicken back into the skillet with the vegetables. Cover and simmer on low for 15–20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.Add Toppings and Serve:
Top with feta cheese, olives, and fresh parsley. Serve hot with rice, couscous, or crusty bread.
Notes
You can substitute chicken thighs with boneless chicken breasts; just reduce simmer time slightly.
Want it spicy? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
This recipe is gluten-free and pairs well with grain-free options like cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg