Description
Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives is an irresistible dish that transports your taste buds to the sunny Mediterranean coast. This one-pan wonder features succulent chicken breasts simmered in a bright lemon sauce, accompanied by tender artichokes and briny olives. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe boasts a delightful balance of flavors with minimal cleanup. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a healthy meal bursting with freshness and excitement that will leave your family asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 1 can artichoke hearts (14 oz), drained and quartered
- 1/2 cup pitted green olives, halved
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté red onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add artichoke hearts and olives; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and white wine (if using). Stir in lemon juice and zest; bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spooning some sauce over it.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg