Description
A one-pan Mediterranean Chicken Skillet bursting with bright flavors juicy chicken, tomatoes, olives, garlic, and herbs simmered together for a wholesome, satisfying meal ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, halved
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add chicken breasts and sear 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add red onion and garlic; sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives. Cook until tomatoes start to soften.
6. Return chicken to the skillet and squeeze lemon juice over the top.
7. Sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh herbs.
8. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to let flavors meld, then serve hot.
Notes
Serve over couscous, rice, or quinoa for a complete meal.
For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine or chicken broth when sautéing.
Can substitute chicken thighs for juicier results.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with veggies
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Mediterranean chicken, one-pan dinner, healthy skillet meal, olive chicken, feta chicken