Description
Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives is a bright and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Mediterranean cuisine to your dinner table. This one-pan meal features tender chicken breasts baked in a zesty lemon sauce, complemented by tangy artichokes and briny olives. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it offers a delightful combination of tastes and textures that will impress your family and guests alike. With easy preparation and minimal cleanup, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious—making it a staple in your home cooking repertoire.
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
- 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
- salt
- pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 red onion (sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken; add red onion and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in artichokes and olives; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, white wine (if using), lemon juice, and zest. Bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over each breast.
- Transfer to the oven; bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (180g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg