Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives Magic. This one-pan meal is not only delicious but also incredibly simple to prepare, making it ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned to perfection and cooked alongside tender artichokes and briny olives, all infused with the zesty brightness of lemon. In just under an hour, you can serve a wholesome dish that’s packed with flavor and nutrition. Say goodbye to tedious cleanup with this easy-to-follow recipe that will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large lemon (juice & zest)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can artichoke hearts (drained and chopped)
- 1 cup green or Kalamata olives
- 1 medium red onion (sliced)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for a smooth cooking process.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and garlic powder; sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté sliced onion and minced garlic in the same skillet until softened. Add artichoke hearts and olives.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice along with zest; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and cook for an additional 25-30 minutes until fully cooked.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables (250g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg