Description
Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives is a delightful dish that brings a burst of bright flavors to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts accompanied by artichokes and olives, all enveloped in a luscious lemon sauce. Baked to perfection, this one-pan wonder is not only visually appealing but also packed with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for casual weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Serve it over rice or alongside crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce, and enjoy a nutritious meal that’s both satisfying and refreshing.
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)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Dried oregano and basil for seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and garlic powder.
- In an ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté red onion and garlic for about 2 minutes.
- Add artichokes and olives; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest; bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (about 200g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg