Everyday Food Lemon and Olive Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this zesty and flavor-packed Everyday Food Lemon and Olive Chicken. Tender, golden-seared boneless chicken thighs are simmered in a fragrant sauce of fresh lemon juice, pitted green olives, and garlic, complemented by aromatic rosemary and a touch of chicken broth for depth. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe strikes the perfect balance of savory and tangy, with caramelized lemon slices adding a burst of brightness and visual appeal. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan dish is simple enough for busy evenings yet elegant enough to impress guests. Serve it with crusty bread, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for lovers of quick, wholesome, and citrus-forward recipes, Lemon and Olive Chicken is sure to become a dinnertime staple.
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 whole Lemon
- 1 cup Pitted green olives
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary sprigs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Sear the chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to medium, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 5
Cut one of the lemons into thin slices and add them to the skillet, cooking for 1-2 minutes to caramelize slightly.
Step 6
Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
Step 7
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet and sprinkle the olives around them.
Step 8
Add the rosemary sprigs and the juice of the second lemon to the dish.
Step 9
Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 10
Serve hot, garnished with additional lemon slices or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1153.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1901.9 |
| Total Fat 126.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g | |
| Cholesterol 750mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5056.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.4g | |
| Protein 161.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 42IU | 0% |
| Calcium 154.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1863.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories