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Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives

A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, tangy lemon, artichokes, and olives, perfect for a Mediterranean-inspired meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables
  • 1 cup artichoke hearts, canned or frozen drained and chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium red onion sliced
Olives and Seasonings
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives pitted and halved
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon zest and juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Add Vegetables and Olives
  1. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add sliced red onion and minced garlic, sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, and kalamata olives, stirring to combine.
Combine and Finish
  1. Return the chicken to the skillet, add lemon juice and zest, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

This dish pairs well with rice or a fresh salad.

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