Description
This Mediterranean Chicken Skillet is a vibrant and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection alongside a medley of sautéed vegetables, kalamata olives, and tangy feta cheese. Infused with herbs, paprika, and fresh lemon juice, this dish brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table in just 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Vegetables and Garnish
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, oregano, and paprika on both sides to ensure a flavorful base.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and allow it to warm up to prepare for cooking the chicken.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
- Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the sliced onion, minced garlic, and red bell pepper for about 3-4 minutes until they become tender and fragrant.
- Add More Vegetables: Stir in the zucchini slices and cherry tomato halves, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes to soften and combine flavors.
- Combine Chicken and Vegetables: Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it among the vegetables carefully. Drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the chicken and vegetables to add a bright, zesty note.
- Simmer to Meld Flavors: Scatter the sliced kalamata olives over the dish, cover the skillet, and allow everything to cook together for another 5 minutes so the flavors meld beautifully.
- Finish and Serve: To finish, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the entire skillet just before serving for a creamy, fresh topping.
Notes
- To ensure even cooking, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before seasoning.
- If you prefer less salt, reduce or omit the added salt as feta and olives are already salty.
- Serve with crusty bread, rice, or a light salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- For a spicier variation, add crushed red pepper flakes when seasoning the chicken.
