Description
Create a delightful Mediterranean Chicken Skillet that transports your taste buds to sunny shores with every bite. This vibrant one-pan meal is not only quick—ready in just 35 minutes—but also packed with tender chicken and a medley of fresh vegetables, making it a nutritious choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The aromatic blend of oregano and basil, combined with the zest of lemon, ensures each serving bursts with Mediterranean flavor. Ideal for those seeking a healthy yet satisfying dinner, this dish pairs perfectly with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), cut into strips
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil; add to skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add bell pepper and zucchini; cook for an additional 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and olives; cook for another 3–4 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet; warm through with vegetables for about 2–3 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed; garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg