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Mediterranean lemon chicken garnished with artichokes and olives

Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives

A bright and flavorful dish that is both simple and elegant, perfect for impressing guests at any dinner or potluck.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Use high-quality extra virgin for best flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon juiced and zested Fresh lemon is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Vegetables
  • 1 can artichoke hearts, drained and halved Canned artichokes are a convenient choice.
  • 1/2 cup olives, pitted and halved Use green or black olives as preferred.
Garnish
  • as needed fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade.
Cooking
  1. In a baking dish, arrange the marinated chicken breasts and scatter the artichokes and olives around them.
  2. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken and vegetables.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C).
  4. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, brown the chicken for two minutes per side in a skillet before baking. Let it rest after cooking; this helps retain moisture.